New: pristine, $11-28. Used: A/B/C grades, $2-11. Cost difference 30-80%.
New Pallet Definition
New pallets - never used, pristine, manufactured to spec. ISPM-15-ready, FSMA-clean.
Used Pallet Definition
Used pallets (recycled) - previously used in distribution, sorted by NWPCA Grade A/B/C. May be repaired.
Cost
New: $11-28. Used Grade A: $7-11. Used Grade B: $4-7. Used Grade C: $2-4.
Compliance
New: ISPM-15 ready, FSMA-clean. Used: must be inspected for contamination, splinters, fasteners.
Best Use Cases
New: pristine retailer receiving, regulated industries, DTC visible loads. Used: general B2B distribution, internal logistics, cost-sensitive.
Companion Resources
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.
What credit terms does United States Pallets offer national customers?
Net-30 credit terms standard after the first 1-3 prepaid or COD loads while credit is being established. Submit a credit application with three trade references; approval typically processes within 48 hours. Volume accounts can negotiate net-45 or net-60.
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.
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.
