Pure hardwood (oak, maple) higher load. Mixed hardwood is industry default for cost-effective load.
Pure Hardwood
Pure oak or maple pallets - premium, 4,800+ lbs static load, 50+ lbs weight, $20-30 new.
Mixed Hardwood
Mixed hardwood (oak, maple, hickory, ash, birch blend) - industry default, 4,600 lbs static, 35-45 lbs weight, $14-22 new.
Cost
Pure hardwood premium 30-50% over mixed.
Best Use Cases
Pure hardwood: heavy industrial, custom engineered loads. Mixed hardwood: standard GMA distribution, retail, FMCG.
Industry Trend
Mixed hardwood is industry default for 95%+ of GMA distribution.
Companion Resources
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.
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 ship pallet comparison to all of United States?
Yes. We deliver to every commercial address in United States, with same-day shipping standard in our Southeast/Mid-Atlantic core and scheduled weekly delivery elsewhere. national-area accounts are typical - submit a quote with your dock location and we route accordingly.
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.
Quote Request
Sub-2-hour response.
