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Troubleshooting
The Walmart Preferred Carrier (WPC) Program is our network of trusted carrier partners with discounted rates for inbound shipping. We offer parcel, less than truckload (LTL) and full truckload for all your shipping needs to a Walmart facility. When you choose a preferred carrier, look forward to:
- Reduced inbound shipping costs. Enjoy Walmart-negotiated rates for high-volume shipments and boost your bottom line.
- Easy carrier management. There’s no need for you to bid on carriers, schedule pickup or coordinate delivery.
- Convenient billing. You’ll get estimated shipping prices when you’re preparing the shipment, and we’ll deduct the costs from your WFS sales.
To add a preferred carrier to your next shipment, view Walmart Preferred Carrier: Set up shipments.
The Walmart Preferred Carrier Full Truckload (FTL) program is currently available on various shipping lanes throughout the US. These lanes cover the majority of inbound FTL shipments to Walmart Fulfillment Services facilities. We're continuing to add lanes, and we plan to have complete coverage for all WFS sellers by mid-2025. If you're not seeing FTL service available for your shipping lane, please complete the intake form. We'll review your information and get back to you on whether we can expedite adding your shipping lane to our network.
Shipment requirements
Preferred carriers only apply to shipments that are sent from within the 48 contiguous United States. In addition, check that your shipment meets these requirements.
Parcel | Less than truckload (LTL) | Full truckload (FTL) | |
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Definition | Master cases that are individually labeled for tracking |
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Requirements |
(girth = 2x width + 2x height) |
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Pallets must also follow these requirements:
- You must use 48" x 40", 4-way-access, solid wood pallets.
- If a single unit cannot fit on a 48" x 40" pallet without overhanging the edges, use our full truckload (FTL) option.
- For non-stackable pallets, the pallet height must be below 72". For stackable pallets, the height must be below 50".
Restricted items
Dangerous goods and hazmat items are prohibited on preferred carrier shipments. If you’re shipping these items, you can send shipments using your own carrier. View WFS hazardous materials overview to check what items are considered hazardous and WFS prohibited products policy for what may be prohibited in the WFS program.
How does pricing work?
When you’re creating the shipment, we'll estimate the shipping price based on the item weight, dimensions and addresses. Once you’ve accepted the quote, you’ll have a limited window to void the charges and edit the shipment: 24 hours for parcel and 1 hour for LTL or FTL. This helps ensure we're locking in the best carrier rate at the time you set up your shipment.
For more details on the program, view the Walmart Preferred Carrier Terms of Service.