What carton quantity should I expect for zippers?

Q: What carton quantity should I expect for zippers?

Carton quantity for zippers varies with size and packing method, so it should be confirmed per item rather than assumed. Small pocket zippers may be packed in larger counts per carton, while long open-end zippers are packed in smaller counts to keep the carton within a manageable weight. A common target is a carton weight that one or two people can handle safely, and a count that matches a round inner pack. Ask for the inner pack quantity, the carton quantity, the carton dimensions and the gross weight. Check that the count is easy to verify, because a carton with a mixed count slows inspection. If the buyer's warehouse uses a fixed pallet pattern, give the pallet dimensions and ask the supplier to match the carton footprint. Confirm whether the count can be adjusted for a partial shipment. A clear packing specification prevents disputes at receiving and makes the inventory record reliable.