Step 4: Label and Mark
Clearly and correctly identifying your shipments is important for ensuring that your goods are transported quickly across our network. Below are some key points to take into account:
How to label your shipment
- Attach the shipment label securely to the top of the box so that it is visible and cannot come accidentally unstuck.
- Do not allow other stickers, seals or documents to cover the shipment labels.
- Avoid reusing boxes, but if you decide to do so, make sure that all the old labels and stickers have been removed before reusing it.
- Putting a second label inside the package will help us identify your shipment if the original label comes off or becomes damaged.
- If you need to apply other labels to your shipment, avoid putting them in the same area as the shipment label.
- Use a self-sticking plastic transparent window pocket to keep the documents that go with the shipment.
How to mark your shipment
The special handling instructions for your shipments must be marked with universal stickers of the appropriate size, shape, and colors, and they must be stuck to the sides of the boxes.
This makes it much easier and safer for our personnel to see them and respect their instructions when handling them throughout the entire supply chain. Below, you will find some examples of the most commonly used labels:
This side up
The arrows show the direction in which the goods must be transported and handled.
Fragile, handle with care
It contains fragile goods that must be handled with care due to the risk of them breaking.
Keep dry
Goods that are sensitive to moisture; they must not be exposed to the outdoors or wet places.
Not stackable
The packages cannot be stacked or placed under any other type of goods.
