Guess Packaging Guidelines

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

Include the Packing List with each shipment. A Packing List must be placed on the lead carton and the carton must be clearly marked "Packing List".

Source: Guess vendor requirements - Aug 1, 2020

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

The Packing List must be placed on the lead carton and the carton must be clearly marked "Packing List".

Source: Guess vendor requirements - Aug 1, 2020

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

No, purchase orders cannot be mixed within a single carton. GUESS?, INC does not accept multi SKU cartons, and all cartons should contain single SKU items only.

Source: Guess vendor requirements - May 10, 2018

Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?

No, Guess?, Inc. does not accept multi SKU cartons. All cartons containing first quality merchandise must be single SKU.

Source: Guess vendor requirements - Aug 1, 2020

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

Live Unload Shipments containing less than 250 cartons must have merchandise in cartons skidded on standard 42-in x 48-in wooden pallets.

Source: Guess vendor requirements - May 10, 2018

What are the max and min dimensions for shipping cartons?

For general merchandise (all divisions), the minimum dimensions are 20" x 14" x 6" and the maximum are 26" x 18" x 12". For Kids - Guess Asia shipments, the minimum and maximum dimensions are 15" x 12" x 6" and 15" x 12" x 12", respectively.

Source: Guess vendor requirements - May 10, 2018

What are the max and min weights for shipping cartons?

Individual cartons may not exceed 35 lbs (15.97 kg); one version of the Guess guide allows up to 18 kg (39.68 lbs). No minimum carton weight is specified.

Source: Guess vendor requirements - Aug 1, 2020

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

For carton (parcel) shipments, all cartons must be packed single SKU, recyclable without staples, and sealed with tamper-proof, anonymous tape. Packing lists are required for all shipments, with copies attached to the Bill of Lading. For pallet (freight) shipments, live unloads less than 250 cartons must be skidded on standard pallets, not exceeding 5 feet tall, and shrink-wrapped; over 250 cartons may be floor loaded. The Bill of Lading must be scheduled 24 hours in advance.

Source: Guess vendor requirements - Aug 1, 2020

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

Each carton must have a label on one of its short sides. The label should be placed so that the barcode is at the bottom right corner, 1" from the side margin and 1" from the bottom. Do not cover the labels with any tape, as covering with clear tape makes them unreadable. Labels should be smudge-proof with high print quality. The label must include detailed information such as vendor name, DC address, SKU barcode, PO number, carton dimensions, and other specified details.

Source: Guess vendor requirements - Aug 1, 2020

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

Carton labels must be placed on the short side of the carton with the barcode at the bottom right corner, 1 inch from the side and bottom margins. The UCC128 label placement remains unchanged. For North America, UCC128 labels should be placed 1 inch up from the right bottom edge of the carton and 1 inch over. Labels must not be covered with tape, and "smudge-proof" ink on high-quality labels is required to maintain print quality.

Source: Guess vendor requirements - Aug 1, 2020