GMA 48x40 standard for retail. Custom pallets for specialty equipment, automotive, aerospace, oversized cargo.
GMA 48x40 Standard
Default for retail, grocery, FMCG. Universal compatibility with US retailer receiving.
Custom Pallet Specs
Custom pallets engineered to product geometry. Common dimensions: 24x48, 30x40, 60x40, 36x48, 48x96, oversized rigging skids.
Cost
GMA 48x40: $11-18. Custom: $20-200+ depending on dimensions, lumber, treatment.
Best Use Cases
GMA: retail/grocery, general distribution. Custom: aerospace, automotive parts, marine, industrial machinery, military/defense.
Engineering
Custom pallets require ASTM D1185 load rating verification. Engineered designs include block, double-deck, runners, base configurations per RFQ.
Companion Resources
How does United States Pallets compare to United States-based local pallet suppliers?
Local United States suppliers offer geographic proximity. United States Pallets offers nationwide sourcing depth, multi-grade inventory always in stock, sub-2-business-hour quote response, audit-ready documentation, and standing-order automation that local yards typically don't match.
Does United States Pallets buy back used pallets in national?
Yes. We buy back used pallets from national collectors, recyclers, and warehouses - 250-pallet minimum per load, single-size only (no mixed-size loads). Fast ACH payment, typically same-day or net-7 depending on volume. Pickup arranged on standard outbound delivery routes.
Does United States Pallets supply pallet comparison for export from national?
Yes, with ISPM-15 heat-treated pallets carrying IPPC stamps and full ISPM-15 documentation. Required for international shipments to all WTO member countries. Common for national customers with port access via United States's major export gateways.
Can United States Pallets handle pallet comparison for high-volume national operations?
Yes. Standing-order programs for national operations running 500+ pallets/week lock in tiered pricing, reserve delivery slots, and run on autopilot in the background. Custom contract terms available for accounts running 2,000+/week.
What's the minimum order quantity for pallet comparison?
50 pallets per order minimum on buy-side. Sell-side (buyback) minimum is 250 pallets per single-size load. Volume tiers kick in automatically as cumulative monthly volume increases - 500+/week accounts qualify for standing-order programs with reserved delivery slots.
Quote Request
Sub-2-hour response.
