Pallet Sizes
Complete Guide
Choose the right pallet size for your application. Partner suppliers offer standard sizes in multiple grades.
Find Your Perfect Size
Standard and custom sizes, with recommendations by industry
Common standard sizes in multiple grades
Size recommendations by industry
Custom sizes quoted on request
Specifications for each common size
Standard Sizes
Six common industry-standard sizes, depending on partner supplier stock
Optimized Choices
Industry-specific recommendations to maximize your warehouse space efficiency
Custom Sizing
Non-standard dimensions built to your requirements by partner suppliers
Full Specs
Complete technical data, load capacities, and usage recommendations for all sizes
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Standard Pallet Sizes
These are the most common pallet sizes used across industries in North America.
48" × 40"
GMA Standard
Common Uses:
- Grocery
- Consumer goods
- General warehousing
- Retail distribution
42" × 42"
Telecom/Paint
Common Uses:
- Telecommunications
- Paint industry
- Chemical drums
- Square products
48" × 48"
Drum Pallet
Common Uses:
- 55-gallon drums
- Bulk chemicals
- Industrial materials
- Large containers
40" × 48"
European Standard
Common Uses:
- European exports
- International shipping
- Import/export
- Global supply chain
48" × 20"
Half Pallet
Common Uses:
- Retail displays
- Small shipments
- Limited space
- Point of sale
36" × 36"
Beverage Industry
Common Uses:
- Beverage industry
- Bottling operations
- Canning facilities
- Small products
How to Choose the Right Size
Consider Your Products
Think about the dimensions and weight of items you'll be storing or shipping. Products should fit comfortably without overhang.
Check Industry Standards
Many industries have preferred pallet sizes. Using standard sizes can improve compatibility with shipping and storage systems.
Evaluate Your Space
Measure your warehouse aisles, truck beds, and storage racks to ensure pallets will fit efficiently.
Think About Transportation
Consider how pallets will be loaded in trucks, containers, or rail cars. Standard sizes optimize cargo space utilization.
Calculate Load Requirements
Ensure the pallet's load capacity exceeds your typical product weight with a safety margin.
Ask in Your Request
Still unsure? Describe your products in your quote request and suppliers can suggest a size.
Need a Custom Size?
Partner suppliers can build custom pallet sizes to meet your requirements. Send a request to get started.
Request Custom QuoteRecommended Sizes by Industry
Grocery & Retail
48" × 40" GMA Standard
The industry standard for grocery and consumer goods distribution.
Manufacturing
48" × 40" or 48" × 48"
Depends on product dimensions and production line configuration.
Beverage Industry
36" × 36"
Optimized for bottling and canning operations.
Chemical/Drums
42" × 42" or 48" × 48"
Square pallets ideal for 55-gallon drums.
Export/Import
40" × 48" European
Standard for international shipping to Europe.
Point of Sale
48" × 20" Half Pallet
Perfect for retail floor displays.