Abstract: A system for the storing and shipping of containers wherein a plurality of interlocked partitions divide an inner cavity of a carton into a plurality of compartments each of which is adapted to receive a container and wherein the largest cross-sectional configuration of the container is located within each compartment and which largest cross-sectional configuration includes a label secured to the container and wherein each compartment is provided with means ensuring that there is no contact between the label and at least a plurality of the sidewalls defining each compartment to protect the label from abrasion, tearing or other undesirable forces.