Introduction: Starting a sale on Takealot is an exciting endeavor, but properly preparing your items for stock becomes the deciding factor between a successful start and possible returns. If your merchandise isn't ready to be received at the warehouse, it can lead to unnecessary hassle and returns. To avoid unnecessary hassle for yourself and others, let's take a step-by-step look at how to properly prepare your goods so that they are accepted in the Takealot warehouse and ready for a new phase of sales.

Prepare the Documents:

Make sure you have your booking confirmation and shipping note. These documents are your ticket to a harmonious interaction with the warehouse staff.

45 UP Labels: 

Apply 45 UP labels to each item. Please note: In addition to the barcode on the label, the item should not have any other barcodes to avoid errors in the system.

Secure Packaging: Protection from Damage

Ensure that the goods are packed securely, preventing the possibility of damage. Hollow or fragile packages will not pass inspection.

Product Grouping: Organization and Protection
When it comes to selling multiple items, effective grouping becomes an important preparation step. Let's take an example: let's imagine you sell sets of two glasses in each package, and you have 10 such packages in your shipment.

In this case, the following approach follows:

Individualized Packaging:

- Each two tumblers should be packaged in individual, secure packaging with a 45 UP label. 
 

Damage Protection:

- It is especially important to pack glass items in bubble wrap before placing them in individualized packaging. This step will help prevent possible damage during transportation.
 

Grouping into Boxes:

Next, these 10 packages with two glasses in each are placed into one common box. Be sure to affix the 6 UP label in a prominent place on the box. Each box should also include a shipping note. So, in order to stock 10 boxes, you will need to print out 11 shipping notes. Yes, as we said in our article on equipment, the printer will be your best friend

 

Conclusion: Preparing for Takealot's warehouse drop-off is not just a formality, but a key to a successful interaction with the platform. Inattention to detail can lead to the return of goods. Prepare carefully and your goods will be ready for new adventures on Takealot!