An Overview of BJ’s Pallet Requirements

BJ’s Wholesale Club has strict standards when it comes to pallet size, uniformity, and appearance. Here is a summary of BJ’s pallet requirements for domestic suppliers. Suppliers are encouraged to confirm this information directly with BJ’s to ensure it includes the latest updates.

• CHEP, PECO, and iGPS pallets are accepted.
• Pallets must be four-way entry, with dimensions of 40-by-48 inches. Pallets outside these dimensions must be pre-approved by the company.
• Wood pallets must meet CBA Hardwood Standards.
• Pallets must be in “excellent” condition, which means no signs of prior repairs, broken or cracked boards, splinters, or loose hardware.
• The top boards on wood pallets should have spaces of no more than 3.5 inches between them.
• Pallets should have no dirt, grease, or odor.
• Wood pallets should be made of at least 95-percent hardwood.
• Each pallet’s top layer must include a slip sheet to limit dirt and debris and enable double-stacking.
• Pallet weight must not exceed 2500 pounds, though some exceptions may be made based on the type of product transported.
• Fumigation is required for all wood pallets entering BJ’s supply chain.

Like many grocery chains, BJ’s will reject loads and issue chargebacks for materials, labor, and handling for products shipped on pallets that do not meet their standards.

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