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What Is the Best Pallet Size?

The best pallet size depends on your application: GMA 48x40 inches for US grocery and retail; EUR 1200x800mm for European distribution; custom dimensions for specialty industrial or aerospace applications.

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Quick Answer: The best pallet size depends on your application: GMA 48x40 inches for US grocery and retail; EUR 1200x800mm for European distribution; custom dimensions for specialty industrial or aerospace applications.

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US: GMA 48x40 inches dominates 80%+ of US distribution and is required at most major retail DCs. Use this for US grocery, retail, food service, beverage, CPG, ecommerce. Europe: EUR 1200x800mm is required for European distribution. Asia: regional variations including 1100x1100mm. Specialty: 48x48 (chemical drums); 36x42 (telecom); 48x36 (beverage); custom dimensions for industrial machinery, aerospace, automotive Tier-1, paper rolls. The "best" size minimizes mis-routing in your network and matches downstream DC receiving specs.

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