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Standard Pallet Size

Pallet sizes still vary considerably between different countries although much progress has been made in terms of standardization and reusability.

This was crucial as increased global trade necessitated the need for standard pallet dimensions which are now reflected in the ISO Pallet list below.

ISO Pallet Sizes

Of the many different pallet sizes available, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has approved six pallet dimension which are now widely used as standard pallet size around the globe. This information is a good starting point when considering exporting your goods to a different country and don’t want to incur the extra expenses and time delays of transferring your goods to local pallets upon arrival. It also enables you to calculate just how many pallets you can fit into a container for shipping.

ISO Pallets

Dimensions mm (WxL) Dimensions inches (WxL) Wasted floor, ISO container Region Most Used In 1016 x 1219 40 x 48 3.7% (20 pallets in 40 ft ISO) North America 1000 x 1200 39.37 x 47.24 6.7% Europe, Asia, similar to 40" x 48" 1165 x 1165 45.9 x 45.9 8.1% Australia 1067 x 1067 42.00 x 42.00 11.5% North America, Europe, Asia 1100 x 1100 43.30 x 43.30 14% Asia 800 x 1200 31.50 x 47.24 15.2% Europe; fits many doorways To work out the most suited pallet and approach for your export plans, we highly recommend contacting a TranPak consultant. View our Plastic Pallets. Find out how much plastic pallets cost.

North American Pallet Sizes

There are many pallet dimensions used for handling goods within North America. Sizes vary depending on specific needs, industries and materials. The most popular dimension for both wood and plastic pallets is the 40″x48″ footprint which is also one of the six specified ISO Pallet sizes. It is also the size of the GMA (Grocery Manufacturer’s Association) sanctioned pallet.

Dimensions mm (W x L) Dimensions inches (W x L) Production Rank Industries Using 1016 x 1219 40 x 48 1 Grocery, many others 1067 x 1067 42 x 42 3 Telecommunications, Paint 1219 x 1219 48 x 48 3 Drums 1219 x 1016 48 x 40 4 Military, Cement 1219 x 1067 48 x 42 5 Chemical, Beverage 1016 x 1016 40 x 40 6 Dairy 1219 x 1143 48 x 45 7 Automotive 1118 x 1118 44 x 44 8 Drums, Chemical 914 x 914 36 x 36 9 Beverage 1219 x 914 48 x 36 10 Beverage, Shingles, Packaged Paper 889 x 1156 35 x 45.5 Unknown Military 1/2 ISO container, fits 36" standard doors 1219 x 508 48 x 20 Unknown Retail

European Pallet Sizes

In Europe many different pallets have emerged over the years as each country developed its own material handling needs. In recent times, standardization has occurred to a certain extent and we now have a widely used standard European pallet known as the EUR Pallet, Europallet or EPAL Pallet. Its dimensions are 1200mm×800mm (31.50”×47.24”) and is one of the six approved ISO Pallet sizes. EURO pallet type Dimension (W x L in MM) Dimension (W x L) in Inches ISO Pallet Alternative EUR, EUR 1 800 mm x 1200 mm 31.50" x 47.24" ISO1 same size as EUR EUR 2 1200 mm x 1000 mm 47.24" x 39.37" ISO2 EUR 3 1000 mm x 1,200 mm 39.37" x 47.24" EUR 6 800 mm x 600 mm 31.50" x 23.62" ISO0, half the size of EUR 600 mm x 400 mm 23.62" x 15.75" quarter the size of EUR 400 mm x 300 mm 15.75" x 11.81" one-eighth the size of EUR

Asian Pallet Sizes

The two most popular pallet sizes used in Asia are the square 1100mm x 1100mm (43.30″ × 43.30″) pallet and the 1200mm x 1000mm (39.37″ × 47.24″) pallet. Both are included in the approved ISO Pallet list.

The 1200mm x 1000mm (39.37″ × 47.24″) pallet is better suited for export from Asia to Europe and the USA as these dimensions integrate nicely into European and US systems.

Australian Pallet Sizes

The most common pallet size in Australia is 1165mm × 1165mm (45.87″ × 45.87″). It is also on the list of approved ISO Pallets. These dimensions enable two pallets to fit very snugly side by side into the Australian railway RACE container, which is slightly wider than standard ISO containers. Using the Australian pallet in 20′ or 40′ foot ISO containers will mean a loss of some floor space.

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