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Hardwood vs Softwood Pallets

Hardwood pallets (oak, maple) higher load. Softwood (pine, spruce) lighter, lower cost. 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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Hardwood pallets (oak, maple) higher load. Softwood (pine, spruce) lighter, lower cost.

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Hardwood Properties

Hardwood pallets (oak, maple, mixed hardwood) offer higher load capacity (4,600+ lbs static) and longer cycle life. Heavier (40-60 lbs) and more costly.

Softwood Properties

Softwood pallets (pine, spruce, fir) lighter (25-35 lbs), lower cost, easier to nail. Capacity typically 3,500-4,000 lbs static.

Cost

Hardwood: $14-22 new GMA. Softwood: $11-16 new GMA.

Best Use Cases

Hardwood: heavy industrial loads, automotive parts, machinery. Softwood: lightweight retail, FMCG, food packaging.

Mixed Hardwood

Most US recycled GMA pallets are mixed hardwood (deckboards) over hardwood or softwood stringers, optimizing cost vs durability.

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