Nordstrom Packaging Guidelines

Yes, pallets can be stacked. The heaviest weight cartons should be on the bottom row. The stacking should be done based on the burst strength of the cartons and overall stability. When building the pallet, create layers in a brick fashion by turning cartons 90 degrees each layer. The height of cartons on a pallet should not exceed 7 feet (84") for shipments direct to Nordstrom DCs and it is recommended not to exceed 6 feet for shipments via Nordstrom carriers NorCon or Gilbert.

Source: Nordstrom Domestic USA Routing Guide - Feb 11, 2025

No, purchase orders must not be mixed within a single carton.

Source: Nordstrom Packing Standards - Aug 25, 2022

If shipping on LTL carriers direct to Nordstrom DCs, do not mix cartons for different DCs on the same pallet. For shipments via Nordstrom carriers NorCon, CTE, or Gilbert, a very limited exception is provided where the last pallet may contain mixed DCs if there is a small quantity of cartons left after palletizing by DC, and it must be clearly labeled as 'MIXED DCS'.

Source: Nordstrom Domestic USA Routing Guide - Nov 15, 2024

- Minimum dimensions for all divisions are 12 inches (length) x 10 inches (width) x 7 inches (height). - Maximum dimensions for Nordstrom & Rack Stores are 36 inches (length) x 27 inches (width) x 30 inches (height). - Maximum dimensions for Nordstrom.com are 23 inches (length) x 15 inches (width) x 17 inches (height).

Source: Nordstrom Packaging and Labeling Standards - Apr 20, 2022

The minimum weight for shipping cartons is 2 lbs (0.90 kg) for stores and eCommerce divisions. The maximum weight per carton is 50 lbs (22.68 kg) for both stores and eCommerce.

Source: Nordstrom Supplier Onboarding: Packaging and Label Compliance Guide - Jan 1, 2023

For carton labels, the requirements are as follows: - GS1/EAN 128 labels must include: Ship to Address, Supplier name and address, Ship-to postal code, Carrier name, 20 Digit SSCC number, PO number, Department number, Case quantity, and Carton X of Y. - Mark-for Location (30 pt. bold font): Store Pack requires Store number; Bulk Pack requires DC number. - Labels must be 4" x 6" conforming to GS1 standards. Placement: - GS1-128 labels must be placed on the longest side of the carton, at least 1.25" from the bottom of the shipping container. - The outermost bar of the barcode cannot be closer than 1.25" from any edge of the shipping carton. - If the carton is too small, place the label on the top of the carton; do not tape over the label. - All additional 20-digit 'internal' barcodes on the carton must be marked out or covered. - Labels must not have tape over them (including 'clear' tape). Pallet labels are not specifically mentioned, indicating they may not have distinct requirements from carton labels.

Source: Nordstrom Packaging and Labeling Standards - Apr 20, 2022

Inner packs refer to the quantity of product packaged together inside the master carton. Proper packaging is essential and incorrect inner packs may require repackaging of inventory. Carton requirements such as bursting strength, corrugate type, and carton sealing specifics are applicable to both master and inner cartons. Inner cartons should adhere to the specified carton weight and bursting strength according to their weight category.

Source: Nordstrom Partner Standards Manual - May 6, 2022

GS1-128 labels must be placed on the longest side of the carton and at least 1.25" from the bottom of the shipping container. The outermost bar of the barcode must be at least 1.25" from any edge of the shipping carton. If the carton is too small, place the label on the top, avoiding the seam and do not tape over the label. Cartons must only contain one unique GS1-128 label, and all additional 20-digit 'internal' barcodes must be marked out or covered. The GS1-128 labels should conform to 4" x 6" (105mm x 148mm) GS1 standards.

Source: Nordstrom Packaging and Labeling Standards - Apr 20, 2022

When shipping direct to Nordstrom DC/FC's, do not stack cartons on pallet higher than 7 feet (84").

Source: Nordstrom Domestic USA Routing Guide - Feb 11, 2025