Grade A: no broken/missing components. Grade B: at least one repair, full structural integrity. Pricing varies $4-11.
Grade A Definition
Per NWPCA Uniform Standard Grade A: no broken or missing components, no visible repairs, structurally sound. Used for retailer-receiving where pristine appearance matters.
Grade B Definition
Grade B: at least one repair (board or stringer replacement), full structural integrity, may have minor cosmetic flaws. Used for general distribution.
Pricing
Grade A: $7-11 per pallet (recycled). Grade B: $4-7 per pallet (recycled).
Best Use Cases
Grade A: Walmart/Target receiving, FBA, DTC visible loads, regulated industries. Grade B: general distribution, internal logistics, intermediate B2B.
Inspection Standard
Both grades verified per NWPCA Uniform Standard at sortation. Audit trail provided per FSMA/GDP/ISPM-15 requirements.
Companion Resources
How fast does United States Pallets deliver to national, United States?
Same-day shipping in our Southeast/Mid-Atlantic core (FL, GA, AL, TN, MS, SC, NC, KY, VA) and scheduled weekly delivery elsewhere. Express options available for national rush orders. Quote response under 2 business hours, dispatch within hours of order confirmation.
What documentation accompanies pallet comparison loads?
BOL, packing list, grade certifications standard. Heat-treated loads add IPPC stamps and ISPM-15 documentation. Pharma-grade loads add batch records. Food-grade loads add FSMA Sanitary Transportation Rule certifications. All documentation ships electronically before delivery.
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.
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.
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.
