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Last Updated: May 20, 2025
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Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?
All cartons/pallets must contain a packing list with one per PO. The packing list must include part numbers, total weight, total cartons/pallets shipped, quantities shipped/backordered, product description, unit of measure, and the purchase order number. For shipments via UPS, FedEx, or USPS, the packing list should be in box #1 to prevent separation during transit.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?
All cartons/pallets must contain a packing list. Include one packing list per purchase order (PO). Special note: For shipments using UPS, FedEx, or USPS, the packing list should be placed in box #1 of the total boxes, as these shipments tend to get separated during transit. This will prevent a violation deduction.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?
No, purchase orders should not be mixed within a single carton. To prevent confusion, each carton/pallet should not contain multiple POs.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?
Do not pack multiple PO's in a carton/pallet to prevent confusion. This suggests that purchase orders should not be mixed within a single pallet.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?
All pallet shipments must be shipped on a Type 1, hardwood, four-way 40X48 pallet, free of repairs, with seven slats on top and no less than four slats on bottom, not taller than 72 inches.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
What are the max and min weights for shipping cartons?
The max and min weights for shipping cartons are not explicitly specified. However, cartons over 50 lbs. are discouraged as they incur additional handling charges.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
What are the min max weight requirements for shipping pallets?
The documents do not specify the minimum weight requirement for shipping pallets. However, for shipments over 150 lbs, they must be routed using Navisphere 2.0 TMS as LTL or Truckload shipments.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
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What are the requirements for carton or pallet labels and their placement?
Cartons/pallets must be labeled with the shipper name and address, West Marine's name and address, West Marine's Purchase Order Number, MFG Part Number and Quantity, the total number of cartons/pallets in shipment (e.g., 1 of 20, 2 of 20, etc.), and all master cartons and inner packs must be clearly marked with the manufacturer's part number, product description (optional), UPC (if the same part is in the carton) and the number of units contained inside the carton/package.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
What are the requirements for inner packs and cases?
All master cartons and inner packs must be clearly marked with the manufacturer's part number, product description (optional), UPC (if the same part is in the carton), and number of units contained inside the carton/package. The number of inner containers, or number of eaches if there are no inner containers, per outer container (case) must be specified.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
What are the requirements for placing labels on cartons being shipped?
All cartons must be labeled with: Shipper Name and Address, West Marine's Name and Address, West Marine's Purchase Order Number, MFG Part Number and Quantity, and the Total Number of cartons in shipment. Each master carton and inner pack must be clearly marked with the manufacturer's part number, a product description (optional), UPC (if the same part is in the carton), and the number of units contained inside the carton. Each item being shipped must have a scannable barcode. There is no specific mention of GS1 or UCC18 labels or their placement on the cartons in the provided documents.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
What is the max pallet height allowed when shipping?
Pallets must not be taller than 72 inches.
Source: West Marine Vendor Guide - Jan 1, 2025
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