ASTM International is the global standards body that publishes ASTM D1185 (Standard Test Methods for Pallets and Related Structures Employed in Materials Handling and Shipping).
About ASTM International
ASTM International is the global standards body that publishes ASTM D1185 (Standard Test Methods for Pallets and Related Structures Employed in Materials Handling and Shipping). The organization's work directly shapes US pallet manufacturing, supply chain operations, and regulatory compliance.
Official Resource
Visit the official site at https://www.astm.org/standards/d1185 for current standards, guidance, and member resources.
Pallet Industry Role
ASTM International contributes to the US pallet industry by setting standards, providing guidance, and supporting the regulatory framework that governs pallet design, construction, treatment, and supply chain operations.
Related Authorities
- National Wooden Pallet & Container Association (NWPCA)
- International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC)
- FAO ISPM-15 Standard (ISPM-15)
- USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA-APHIS)
- FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)
- International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
- GS1 US (GS1)
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
- US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- US Forest Service (USFS)
- Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)
- Forest Stewardship Council US (FSC)
- Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC)
- Pallet Enterprise Magazine (Pallet Enterprise)
- Modern Materials Handling (Modern Materials Handling)
- Western Pallet Association (Western Pallet Association)
- Canadian Wood Pallet & Container Association (CWPCA)
- Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA)
- American Trucking Associations (ATA)
- Pacific Lumber Inspection Bureau (PLIB)
- Southern Pine Inspection Bureau (SPIB)
- Consumer Brands Association (formerly GMA) (
Can United States Pallets handle industry authority 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.
Does United States Pallets ship industry authority 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.
What's the minimum order quantity for industry authority?
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.
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.
Does United States Pallets supply industry authority 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.
