Case Code Label Requirements and Pallet Specifications

Standard Requirements for Shipping Spirituous Liquor into North Carolina ABC Warehouse Procedures and Pallet Requirements 

  • For a new company to ship distilled spirits into North Carolina, the item must be listed or special ordered.
  • If the item is listed, the NCABC Warehouse can provide a NEW company information regarding ABC warehouse procedures, instructions, and pallet allocations.
  • If the item is special ordered by an ABC Board, the item will be shipped along with the next ABC Board order once it arrives in the NCABC Warehouse. 

Pallet Requirements

  • Only full pallets shipped into NC ABC Warehouse. A full pallet is considered the quantity provided on the NC ABC website (cases per pallet). 
  • Full pallets much be able to stack 3 pallets high. • Full pallets must not exceed a maximum height of 5’6”, including height of the pallet so that all pallets will fit in the pallet racking system.
  • The configuration of each layer should fill out the full space on the pallet and tie in each layer, so it is stable to stack 3 pallets high.
  • Standard pallets should be used (42” x 48”) with runners on the underside to stabilize the stacking of pallets.
  • Each full pallet should either be stretched wrapped with clear film or strapped together to the pallet. 

Case Labeling

  • Case code labels should be on white stock paper with black lettering unless approved otherwise.
  • Actual size of the case code label is 4” x 6”
  •  Label details:
    •  Include the product description and size
    • NC code number should be 1/2” high
    • Both the UPC and SCC are required
  • The label should be located on an end panel and all cases should be stacked on the pallet with the case label facing out. 
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