UNFI deduction code

UNFI W&M FINE

Weights-and-measures fine for a shipment failing a measurable conformance check.

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Last reviewed: August 4, 2026

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Often disputableFrequently recoverable when unauthorized, duplicated, or misapplied.

What is UNFI code W&M FINE?

Weights-and-measures fine for a shipment failing a measurable conformance check.

It belongs to the compliance & weights-and-measures fines category. That category is where its dispute path is defined.

Is W&M FINE disputable?

Compliance codes fine suppliers for shipping, labeling, pallet, ASN/EDI, or weights-and-measures violations against UNFI's routing and vendor requirements. Fines for genuine violations are usually valid; those applied in error, duplicated, or for requirements you demonstrably met are recoverable.

What evidence wins

The routing/compliance requirement you were measured against
Routing confirmation, ASN (EDI 856) and labeling records for the shipment
Photos or specs proving pallet/label/weight conformance
Prior remittances, to catch a duplicated fine

Filing window

60 days recommended (up to 12 months for most disputes).

How to file

Identify the specific requirement and shipment the fine references.
Assemble the routing/ASN/labeling records proving conformance (or a duplicate).
File in the UNFI Dispute Center with the compliance evidence attached.

See every code in this category on the Compliance & Weights-and-Measures fines page, or the full UNFI code library.

Recover what's yours

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