Inbound Cased Goods at a Glance

Case coding

Mark the outward-facing surface of every case with:

1. An item code of up to seven characters, in lettering at least ½” tall.
   • Codes may combine letters and numbers (see wine product codes).
   • Every item must have a unique code.
   • Unlabeled wine must have “U” at the start of the code on the pallet tag and bill of lading. The “U” may be left off the case.
   • Library wine must have “L” at the start of the code on every case and document.
2. The winery name
3. The alcohol content

Pallet labeling

Tape a pallet identification sheet to the second layer, under the shrink wrap, showing:

1. Winery name
2. Item code
3. Number of cases on the pallet
4. Tax status (in bond or tax paid)

Palletizing and securing

1. Stack on a 48” × 40” grocery pallet
2. One item per pallet
3. Full cases only; partial cases are not accepted
4. No more than ¼” overhang on any side
5. Tie the top layer with twine
6. Stretch-wrap the entire pallet securely (don't tie the wrap to the pallet)

Bill of lading

Every shipment needs a bill of lading with:

1. Winery name
2. Item code for each product
3. Detailed description of each item
4. Number of cases of each item
5. Alcohol content of each wine
6. Tax status (bonded and tax-paid product can't share a bill of lading)
7. Total number of cases