GS1 US is the standards organization that defines pallet labeling, the Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18), and the GS1-128 barcode.
About GS1 US
GS1 US is the standards organization that defines pallet labeling, the Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC-18), and the GS1-128 barcode. The organization's work directly shapes US pallet manufacturing, supply chain operations, and regulatory compliance.
Official Resource
Visit the official site at https://www.gs1us.org/industries/transport-and-logistics/pallets for current standards, guidance, and member resources.
Pallet Industry Role
GS1 US 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)
- ASTM International (ASTM)
- International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
- 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 (f
Can national customers run a buyback program alongside their pallet purchases?
Yes. Backhaul logistics are coordinated on outbound delivery routes - empty or non-spec pallets get picked up on the return leg of new pallet deliveries. Per-pallet freight cost on the backhaul approaches zero for accounts running both new-pallet purchase + buyback simultaneously.
What documentation accompanies industry authority 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.
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.
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 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.
