Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a pre-pack and an inner pack?

A pre-pack is made up of a size run and an Inner-packpack has all of the same sizes in it. So a 6 pack of socks would be an inner pack and 2 small 2 medium & 2 large tee shirts would be a pre-pack.

An Inner pack requires the same UPC bar code that is on the product to be placed in the middle of the poly bag.

A pre-pack requires the MASTER UPC label (provided by Finish Line) to be placed in the middle of the poly bag OR on the carton if only one pre-pack is inside the master carton.

How do I know if an order is a solid or pre-pack?

Purchase orders that begin with 999 are pre-pack orders and require a master UPC label.

Solid PO’s should be packed by STYLE / COLOR CODE / SIZE begin with the numbers:

115-117 – Footwear

415 – Apparel

801 – Accessories

How many pairs should we pack in a carton?

We do not specify how many pairs to pack in a carton. (Pre-packs are the exception)

You should pack as many pair as possible into a carton without exceeding 50 pounds and the maximum dimensions of 30“length x 20” width x 20” depth.

You are allowed one remnant carton per size if the purchase order is not divisible by your pack factor.

How many pieces of apparel should we pack in a carton?

We do not specify how many units to pack in a carton. (pre-pack orders are the exception)

You should pack as many units as possible into a carton without exceeding 50 pounds and the maximum dimensions of 30“length x 20” width x 20” depth.

You are allowed one remnant carton per size if the purchase order is not divisible by your pack factor.

How do I get tickets or labels?

Contact Fine Line Technologies. See Contacts.

We don’t have our own UPC’s, what do we do?

When SKUS are created by JD|Finish Line Inc. our system can create a UPC, which we will provide for you to use.

Do we have to use a UCC128 shipping Label?

Yes. A standard GS1-128 shipping label is required information on a shipping label is:

  • The JD Finish Line PO Number
  • The JD Finish Line Style from the purchase order
  • The JD Finish Line Color Code from the purchase order
  • The JD Finish Line Size from the purchase order
  • The total quantity in the carton
  • The carton count, by PO number
  • A notation if Inner-packs are inside

Is retail pricing required on footwear boxes?

Retail pricing is not required on boxes for footwear. Should a vendor provide retail pricing on their boxes, the price must match the PO. If retail price does NOT match PO, JD Finish Line will retag with the