Direct PO Product Packaging Requirements

Please ensure you have pre-ticketed your Direct units according to the Direct PO Pre-ticketing Requirements. You will need to pack the units according to the requirements on this page in order to accommodate the 3x3 Direct SKU Label.

Product Packaging Requirements to Accommodate the 3x3 Direct SKU Label

As advised on the Direct PO Pre-ticketing Guide, the Direct SKU Label measures 3"x3".

The outer product packaging of each individual unit must have a surface area that will accommodate the size of this label.

• If the individual item is packed in a non-decorative box that is large enough to accommodate the size of the Direct Label, a polybag is not required. The Direct Label should be placed on the center bottom of the box. If the individual item is packed in a non-decorative box that is too small to accommodate the Direct Label, it is permitted to fold the label for it to fit the largest side of the package. Do not fold barcode.
• If the individual item is packed in a decorative box or is loose (not packed in a box), each individual unit MUST be placed in a polybag to accommodate the Direct Label.
  • All merchandise that is shipped in a polybag with an opening greater than 5” needs to have a warning label on the bag that states the following (or something similar):
    Warning: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep away from babies and children. Do not use in cribs, beds, carriages or play pens. THIS BAG IS NOT A TOY.
• For items packed in a polybag, the Direct Label must be placed on the center back of each individual polybag.
  • Do not cover Polybag suffocation warning (if applicable). If the warning is preprinted on the center back of the polybag where the label should be placed, put the Direct Label directly above or below the warning.

Additional Packaging Requirements

• Fragile Items Including Ceramics, Glassware, Products in Breakable Packaging, etc.
  • If item is fragile, it must be individually boxed or bubble wrapped to pass Drop Test Requirements prior to being placed in the polybag.
• Copper Items: Must be placed in a moisture-repellent bag
• Cookware
  • Cookie Sheets, Pizza Pans, etc: Must be shrink-wrapped
• Knives: Must use sheaths or sleeve-guards that are securely attached
• Electronics:
  • Tape or attach hardware to merchandise
• Wall Decor
  • Must apply material to protect corners from damage
• Carpets/Rugs
  • Must be rolled and bagged individually
• Belts or Straps (i.e., bag or camera) need to be rolled or folded, not laid flat. The final rolled product should not exceed 12” X 12”. There is no minimum dimension. The polybag needs to be flat and support an uninterrupted Direct SKU Label.
• Footwear/Shoes
  • Shoes packaged in a Shoe box must be securely closed with a cloth band. Rubber bands are not permitted.

URBN Brand + Product Specific Requirements

ALL URBN Brands - Apparel:

• Do not ship apparel on hangers
• All apparel should be folded and flat packed

BHLDN Gowns - Class 2110 and 2130:

• Pack gowns flat and on hangers
• Seal top and bottom of gown polybag with clear tape
• All buttons, hooks, zippers, etc. should be closed/fastened
• Group sizes together as frequently as possible (i.e., all size 0 gowns packed together, all size 2 gowns packed together, etc.)