Question 1

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

Accepted Answer

Packing slips must contain an itemized list of all merchandise shipped and include the PO. However, there is no information provided about the exact placement of the packing list.

Question 2

Can pallets be stacked?

Accepted Answer

All products must be shrink-wrapped and there should be no overhang on any side of the pallet. Only certain pallets like CHEP, PECO, and IGPS that are true 4-way block pallets may potentially be stacked sideways, adhering to specific configurations. Pinwheeled pallets are also acceptable with alternating straight-sideways placement. There is no explicit mention of stacking pallets on top of each other, only configuration guidance during loading.

Source: C&S Wholesale Grocers Inbound Shipping and Receiving Requirements - Jan 1, 2020

Question 3

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

Accepted Answer

Purchase orders cannot be mixed on one pallet; each PO must be shipped in a way that allows them to be clearly and individually identifiable.

Question 4

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?

Accepted Answer

Two or more purchase orders cannot be mixed on one pallet. Each purchase order must be clearly and individually identifiable when shipping multiple orders on a single vehicle.

Question 5

Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?

Accepted Answer

SKUs can be mixed on a single pallet only if the product is separated by a standard slip-sheet visible on two sides of the pallet. Additionally, each PO must be tendered to the carrier in a sorted and segregated manner, and two or more POs cannot be mixed on one pallet. The product must be shipped in a way that the POs are each clearly and individually identifiable, ensuring no mixing of code dates unless it is fresh meat with specific guidelines.

Source: C&S Wholesale Grocers Inbound Shipping and Receiving Requirements - Jan 1, 2020

Question 6

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

Accepted Answer

All products must be shrink-wrapped and shipped on 4-way, 40" x 48" Grade A, GMA hardwood, CHEP, PECO or IGPS pallets.

Question 7

What are the requirements for Bills of Lading when it comes to pallet (freight) or carton (parcel) shipments?

Accepted Answer

For pallet or freight shipments to C&S, the bill of lading must include:
- PO number
- Temperature of product at loading (for refrigerated, frozen, and ice cream shipments only)
- Number of cartons shipped and cases if using master cartons
- Delivery appointment requirement
- Driver unloading requirement
- Instructions not to cut shrink-wrap or break down pallet until advised by consignee
- Merchandise sorted and segregated requirement
- Carrier name, phone number
- Shipper number or load number
- Seal number
- Trailer number
- Piece count and pallet count
- Country of origin labeling
- For seafood HACCP regulated items: Time of departure from vendor warehouse

The bill of lading must be an original (no reproductions) and two copies must be provided at delivery. Each PO requires a separate BOL. Packing slips must itemize all shipped merchandise and indicate that a packing slip is enclosed, with two copies in an envelope attached to the bill of lading.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Shipping cartons must have the following information prominently displayed on two sides: Complete item description as it appears on C&S PO, including pack and size, as well as Open code dates, UPC codes, and net weight of product. This information should be visible on all cases on the exterior of the pallet.

Source: C&S Wholesale Grocers Inbound Shipping and Receiving Requirements - Jan 1, 2020

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