Understanding pallet sizes is important for efficient shipping. Common sizes are typically available as new or used options through partner suppliers; availability varies.
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| Size | Name | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| 48" x 40" | GMA Pallet | Grocery, retail, general shipping |
| 42" x 42" | Telecom Pallet | Telecommunications, paint |
| 48" x 48" | Drum Pallet | Drums, barrels, square loads |
| 48" x 42" | Chemical Pallet | Chemicals, beverages |
The 48" x 40" GMA (Grocery Manufacturers Association) pallet is the most common pallet size in North America. Because it is so widely used, it is usually the easiest size to find new or used.
The common size in North America
800mm x 1200mm
31.5" x 47.2"
EUR Pallet
1100mm x 1100mm
43.3" x 43.3"
Asian Standard
1165mm x 1165mm
45.9" x 45.9"
Australian Standard
1219mm x 1016mm
48" x 40"
GMA Standard
1000mm x 1200mm
39.4" x 47.2"
ISO Pallet
800mm x 600mm
31.5" x 23.6"
Display Pallet
Don't see the size you need? Custom pallets can be requested through partner suppliers; availability varies. Common custom requests include:
Standard 48x40 pallets are generally the easiest to reuse, resell and swap because so many buyers and suppliers handle them. Non-standard sizes can be harder to place again. When possible, design your packaging around standard pallet dimensions, since reusing a pallet avoids building a new one.
Pricing comes by quote from partner suppliers. In general, common sizes are easier for suppliers to source than unusual ones, and custom sizes may need special sourcing or building. Used pallets are often a lower-cost option than new. Balance your size needs against your budget when you request a quote.
Cartons that hang over the pallet edge are easier to damage and harder to stack, while a pallet much larger than the load wastes space in transport. Measure how your cartons fit on standard pallet sizes, and design around your most common products. Give a supplier your carton dimensions and load shape when you ask for a quote.
The 48x40 pallet is widely used in North American trucking, and many loading plans are built around it. Non-standard sizes may waste trailer space or need a different loading plan. Container shipping can favor different sizes depending on container width. Think about your main shipping method before choosing a size.
Pallet racking is usually designed around a particular pallet size, and a pallet that does not match the rack can be unsafe or simply not fit. Floor storage is more stable when sizes are consistent, and mixing sizes complicates handling. Check with your warehouse before specifying unusual dimensions.
A larger pallet does not automatically carry more, because construction, lumber and condition matter as much as size. Static loads in racking differ from loads moved by forklift or pallet jack. Tell the supplier how heavy your loads are and how the pallets will be handled, and confirm suitability with them.
Availability depends on partner suppliers. The 48x40 GMA size is generally the easiest to find, other common sizes such as 48x48 and 42x42 are often available, and less common or custom sizes may take longer to source. Plan your request around the size you need and confirm availability with the supplier.
Export shipments may call for different sizes for regional compatibility. European markets commonly use 800x1200mm (EUR) pallets, and many Asian markets use 1100x1100mm. Using the size common at the destination can make handling easier. Ask partner suppliers about international sizes and heat-treated, stamped pallets for export.
Tell us your load dimensions and how you ship, and we will pass your request to a partner supplier who can follow up on sizes.
Request a QuoteThe 48x40 GMA pallet is the most common size in North America and is widely used across industries.
Other sizes such as 48x48, 42x42 and 36x36 exist. Availability through partner suppliers varies.
Custom sizes can be requested through partner suppliers; availability varies. Share your product, racking and freight details.
Match the pallet to your product footprint, stacking pattern and transport dimensions.
A pallet that fits your product reduces void space and overhang, which can affect how efficiently loads pack.
Ask the partner supplier. Share counts by size in your request.
Availability varies. Ask the supplier whether non-standard sizes can be sourced or built.
Heat-treated, stamped pallets can be requested through partner suppliers. Confirm the stamp and any destination rules before shipping.
Racking depends on beam spacing and pallet dimensions. Share your rack specs with the supplier.