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What Is a Pallet Buy-Back?

A pallet buy-back is a program where pallet recyclers (48forty, Kamps, USP) purchase used pallets from generators (DCs, retailers, manufacturers) for sortation, repair, and resale.

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Quick Answer: A pallet buy-back is a program where pallet recyclers (48forty, Kamps, USP) purchase used pallets from generators (DCs, retailers, manufacturers) for sortation, repair, and resale.

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Buy-back rates: Grade A pallets $3-6 each; Grade B $1-3; Grade C $0-1; scrap pallets typically free pickup but no payment. Scheduled pickup programs serve operations generating 100+ pallets/month. Major buy-back operators: 48forty Solutions, Kamps Pallets, USP, regional recyclers.

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