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48x40 vs 48x42 Pallets

48x40 is GMA standard. 48x42 is used in some bottling, paper, and chemical industries. United States Pallets supplies new, recycled, custom, and ISPM-15 heat-treated pallets to commercial buyers in all 50 states, with a 50-pallet minimum order and a written quote target of under 2 business hours.

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48x40 is GMA standard. 48x42 is used in some bottling, paper, and chemical industries.

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48x40 Standard

GMA 48x40 dominates US retail.

48x42 Use Cases

48x42 used in some bottled water, beverage, paper roll, and chemical industries where slightly wider footprint helps.

Cost

48x40: $11-18. 48x42: $13-20 (10-15% premium).

Compatibility

48x42 fits standard US retail racks but check retailer specs. Not as universal as 48x40.

Best Choice

Default 48x40 unless application requires 48x42.

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