Hamrick'sHamrick's Packaging Guidelines
Last Updated: May 20, 2025
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Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?
Pack each store in separate carton with a consolidated packing slip per purchase order placed inside an envelope and attached to the lead carton (carton 1 of X) if the 856 EDI-ASN has not been approved. The packing slip must consist of the total number of pieces and a breakdown by store by style.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?
Each carton must contain only one purchase order and match shipment exactly. The packing slip should be included in an envelope attached to the lead carton, which is the top carton of your shipment (i.e., carton 1 of X). The consolidated packing slip per purchase order should consist of the total number of pieces as well as a breakdown by store by style.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
Can pallets be stacked?
Yes, pallets can be stacked by purchase order. Cartons should be stacked on the pallet by purchase order and shrink-wrapped. Purchase orders can be combined on each pallet while maintaining PO integrity within the pallet, using a visible separator if necessary. All carton labels must be facing outward and clearly visible.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?
No, each carton must contain only one purchase order and match the shipment exactly.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?
Yes, purchase orders can be mixed within a single pallet. When doing so, the pallets must have a visible separator to maintain PO integrity. All carton labels must be facing outward and clearly visible.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?
No, each carton must contain only one purchase order and match shipment exactly.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
What are the max and min dimensions for shipping cartons?
Maximum dimensions: 34" Long x 23" Wide x 28" High; Minimum dimensions: 9" Long x 6" Wide x 5" High.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
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What are the max and min weights for shipping cartons?
The maximum weight for shipping cartons is 40 pounds and the minimum weight is 2 pounds.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
What are the requirements for Bills of Lading when it comes to pallet (freight) or carton (parcel) shipments?
Each Bill of Lading (BOL) must contain, at a minimum, the vendor's name and "in care of" company name, all purchase order numbers, number of cartons by purchase order and total shipment, weight, pallets and/or cube, National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) Number, and freight class. For palletized shipments, cartons should be stacked by purchase order, shrink-wrapped, and not palletized by store. All carton labels must face outward and remain clearly visible possibly using separators for multiple purchase orders within the same pallet. For floor-loaded shipments, trailers should be loaded by purchase order with labels facing the trailer's tail end.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
What are the requirements for carton or pallet labels and their placement?
Cartons must have a shipping label marked with the Purchase Order Number, Store Number and Name, and Carton number by lot for each purchase order (i.e. 1 of X, 2 of X). The label should be attached to the shortest side of each carton, not on the top. For palletized shipments, labels must face out and be clearly visible.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
What are the requirements for placing labels on cartons being shipped?
For cartons being shipped, they must be labeled with the purchase order number, store number and name, and carton number by lot in large print on the outside of each carton. A GS1-128 (UCC-128) barcode is mandatory and should be affixed according to approved specifications, ensuring that the barcode section does not wrap over any edges of the cartons. The standard label size for GS1-128 is 4 x 6 inches, and any exceptions must be approved. The shipping label should be attached to the shortest side of each carton and not on the top. For palletized shipments, the shipping labels on cartons must be facing out and clearly visible.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
What is the max pallet height allowed when shipping?
Cartons should have maximum dimensions of 28 inches high.
Source: Hamrick's Packing, Routing, and Invoicing Requirements - Jun 1, 2022
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