Costco Chargeback Code LATE-DELIVERY: Late or refused delivery
What this deduction means
Assessed when freight misses its delivery window at a Costco depot. Because depots cross-dock to many club locations, Costco measures on-time delivery strictly — and early trucks can be turned away if the depot isn't prepared to receive them.
Typical penalty: Case-by-case; late/refused delivery charges vary by incident
Common causes
- Missed delivery appointment at the depot
- Arriving early to a depot that cannot receive the freight
- Carrier transit delays with no rescheduled appointment
How to prevent Costco code LATE-DELIVERY
- Book and hit depot delivery appointments exactly — not early, not late
- Track shipments in transit and reschedule appointments at the first sign of delay
- Build depot lead times into production and shipping plans
Related EDI transactions
Source
WarehouseQuote — Costco Supplier Compliance Guide (secondary industry source) (Accessed 2026-07-10; pending official Costco Supplier Portal verification)
Frequently asked questions
What is Costco chargeback code LATE-DELIVERY?
Assessed when freight misses its delivery window at a Costco depot. Because depots cross-dock to many club locations, Costco measures on-time delivery strictly — and early trucks can be turned away if the depot isn't prepared to receive them.
How much does Costco code LATE-DELIVERY cost?
Typical penalty: Case-by-case; late/refused delivery charges vary by incident
How do I prevent Costco chargeback code LATE-DELIVERY?
Book and hit depot delivery appointments exactly — not early, not late Track shipments in transit and reschedule appointments at the first sign of delay Build depot lead times into production and shipping plans
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