Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) Packaging Guidelines

Packing slips must be placed on the outside of one of the cartons in a clear envelope that states in 1/2" lettering, "Packing Slip Enclosed."

Source: NEXCOM Supplier Shipping Instruction and NEX TMS Routing Guide - Feb 18, 2019

Each carton must be marked with specific information, including the NEXCOM location number, ship-to address, purchase order number, and department number. Packing slips must be placed on the outside of one of the cartons in a clear envelope that states "Packing Slip Enclosed" in 1/2" lettering.

Source: NEXCOM Supplier Shipping Instruction and NEX TMS Routing Guide - Feb 18, 2019

Pallets can be double stackable. For example, insert 4 pallets rather than 8 pallets. If your order release is to ship on pallets or if your order release is 50 cubic feet or greater, even if not palletized, you must indicate the number of standard pallet positions required for the order in the 'Reference Number' field.

Source: NEXCOM Supplier Shipping Instruction and NEX TMS Routing Guide - Jul 9, 2024

The maximum dimensions for a Box or Master Carton are: no carton shall exceed 125 lbs, 108 inches in length, or 165 inches in length and girth combined. The carton may not exceed 20 cubic feet in volume. There are no specific minimum dimensions specified.

Source: NEXCOM Supplier Shipping Instruction and NEX TMS Routing Guide - Sep 20, 2024

No carton shall exceed 125 lbs. There is no information provided on a minimum weight for cartons.

Source: NEXCOM Supplier Shipping Instruction and NEX TMS Routing Guide - Jul 9, 2024

1. Each carton must be marked with the NEXCOM location number, ship-to address, purchase order number, and department number. 2. Packing slips should be placed on the outside of one carton in a clear envelope stating "Packing Slip Enclosed." 3. For EDI 856 ASN, write "Master Carton" on all 6 sides of the master carton, do NOT place a UCC-128 label on the master carton. 4. Use a separate inner carton for each store location, with one UCC-128 shipping container label and provide one EDI 856 ASN per inner carton.

Source: NEXCOM Supplier Shipping Instruction and NEX TMS Routing Guide - Jul 9, 2024

1. Shipments require UCC-128 (SSCC-18) Shipping Container labels. 2. UCC-128 labels must be clear and smudge-proof; use high-quality paper. 3. Labels should be placed on top of the carton, parallel to but not overlapping the seam. Avoid placing labels over product information, seams, or corners, and ensure they are at least 1.25" from any edge. 4. Do not place a UCC-128 label on the outside of the master carton but use it for inner cartons. 5. Ensure UCC-128 labels do not cover consumer information when cartons double as display on selling floors. 6. Each UCC-128 number must be unique and never reused. 7. Place "Master Carton" on all six sides of the master carton, but do not place a UCC-128 on the outside.

Source: NEXCOM UCC-128 Label Requirements - Jan 4, 2010