Dollar Tree Packaging Guidelines

Yes, a packing list must be provided with all loads and must include at minimum: quantity by item, load number, purchase order number, case pack, cartons shipped, and item description. The packing list should be attached to the last carton/pallet on the tail of the trailer.

Source: Dollar Tree | Family Dollar Inbound Shipping Requirements and Regulations - Jul 10, 2023

A packing list and Dollar Tree BOL must be provided with all loads. Packing lists must include quantity by item, load number, purchase order number, case pack, cartons shipped, and item description. Attach the packing list to the last carton/pallet on the tail of the trailer.

Source: Dollar Tree | Family Dollar Inbound Shipping Requirements and Regulations - Jul 10, 2023

Pallets can be double stacked if the product is on standard pallets. For 10 pallets, they should occupy 5 pallet positions when double stacked. Ensure they fit on a standard 53' trailer with no pallet height restriction.

Source: Dollar Tree and Family Dollar CVP Quick Reference Guide - Jan 1, 2018

Yes, SKUs can be mixed on a single pallet. Each SKU must be clearly separated by slip sheets and pallets must be labeled with the PO number, SKU number, and quantity.

Source: Dollar Tree | Family Dollar Inbound Shipping Requirements and Regulations - Jul 10, 2023

All palletized shipments must be on Grade A quality 48x40 GMA four way pallets or slip sheets unless otherwise requested.

Source: Dollar Tree | Family Dollar Inbound Shipping Requirements and Regulations - Jul 10, 2023

Minimum dimensions for cartons are 9" in length, 6" in width, and 2 1/2" in height. Maximum dimensions are 36" in length, 22" in width, and 30" in height.

Source: Dollar Tree | Family Dollar Inbound Shipping Requirements and Regulations - Jul 10, 2023

Minimum weight: 2 lbs; Maximum weight: 50 lbs

Source: Dollar Tree | Family Dollar Inbound Shipping Requirements and Regulations - Jul 10, 2023

Minimum weight for pallets is not specified; maximum weight is 2,400 lbs.

Source: Dollar Tree | Family Dollar Inbound Shipping Requirements and Regulations - Jul 10, 2023

The Bill of Lading (BOL) must include Dollar Tree SKU number, shipment number, purchase order number, shipper, pallet/floor load/slip sheet, number of pallets, number of cartons, ship to address, and weight. The packing list, which is part of the shipping documentation, should be attached to the last carton/pallet on the tail of the trailer.

Source: Dollar Tree | Family Dollar Inbound Shipping Requirements and Regulations - Jul 10, 2023

For pallets: each pallet must be labeled with the PO number, SKU number, and quantity. There are no specific requirements mentioned for carton labels.

Source: Dollar Tree | Family Dollar Inbound Shipping Requirements and Regulations - Jul 10, 2023

The requirements specify the number of inner containers or eaches per outer container and the number of eaches per inner container using elements PO401 and PO414 respectively. PO401 indicates the number of inner containers per outer container and PO414 indicates the number of eaches per inner container.

Source: Dollar Tree Stores 850 Purchase Order EDI Guidelines - May 16, 2017

There is no pallet height requirement or restriction as long as pallets fit on a standard 53' trailer.

Source: Dollar Tree | Family Dollar Inbound Shipping Requirements and Regulations - Jul 10, 2023