Virginia ABC Packaging Guidelines

Virginia ABC Packaging Guidelines FAQ: Discover key details on allowed pallet types, carton dimensions, weight limits, and label placement for compliant shipping.

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

Allowed pallet types are 48x40, 48x42, standard, CHEP, or PECO pallets.

What are the max and min dimensions for shipping cartons?

Minimum dimensions: Length 10", Width 7", Height 5", Weight 5 lbs. Maximum dimensions: Length 24", Width 16", Height 20", Weight 55 lbs.

What are the max and min weights for shipping cartons?

Cartons should have a minimum weight of 5 lbs and a maximum weight of 55 lbs.

What are the requirements for carton or pallet labels and their placement?

Carton labels should measure 4"x 6" and be printed on white stock paper with black lettering, unless approved otherwise. The label should include the product description, control state code number, other state code numbers, and the UPC symbology, which should be located in the lower left-hand corner of the label. The label should be placed on an end panel. Pallet configurations and changes require notification to Virginia ABC 30 days in advance.

What are the requirements for placing labels on cartons being shipped?

Labels should be placed on white stock paper with black lettering unless approved otherwise, and located on an end panel of the carton. The label size should be 4" x 6". Bar codes including UPC, EAN, SCC-14, SSCC-18, and others, should be printed and placed in a vertical bar configuration (picket fence) on the lower left-hand corner of the label. There is no specific mention of GS1 codes or UCC18 in the provided document.

What is the max pallet height allowed when shipping?

Case height cannot be greater than the length or width. The maximum height allowable for a case is 20".