Used Pallets for Food & Beverage Distribution
Clean, dry pallets in standard grocery sizes, sourced through partner suppliers in our network.
About Food & Beverage Pallet Solutions
Choosing Pallets for Food & Beverage
Your food safety plan or customer requirements may limit which pallet materials and conditions are acceptable in each area of your operation
Wood pallets stored in damp or cold conditions can absorb moisture, so storage and pallet condition matter
Pallets that previously carried chemicals or non-food goods may not be acceptable for food handling
Consistent dimensions help with conveyors, stretch wrappers and racking
Export shipments in solid wood pallets generally need ISPM 15 treatment and the IPPC mark
Questions to Ask a Supplier
Useful questions to put to a partner supplier when you request pallets for food & beverage use.
What grade are the pallets, and how is the grade defined?
Do you know what the pallets carried previously?
Can you supply heat-treated pallets with the IPPC mark for export loads?
Do you offer plastic pallets for washdown or cold-storage areas?
Can you pick up our empty or damaged pallets on a schedule?
Common Pallets for Food & Beverage
Pallet types commonly used in food & beverage, available through partner suppliers in our network depending on your location.
Recycled 48×40 Wood Pallet (Grade A)
The common grocery-distribution size. Grade A recycled pallets have intact boards and few or no repairs. Ask the partner supplier about condition and previous use.
Request a quotePlastic Pallet
Often chosen for wet, washdown or cold areas because plastic does not absorb moisture and can be cleaned. Used plastic pallets are available through partner suppliers in some areas.
Request a quoteHeat-Treated Wood Pallet
Wood pallets treated to ISPM 15 (a core temperature of 56 °C for 30 minutes) and marked with the IPPC stamp by a certified facility. Partner suppliers can source HT-stamped pallets for export.
Request a quoteHalf Pallet (48×20 / 24×40)
Smaller footprint pallets used for retail displays and smaller loads. Availability depends on partner suppliers near you.
Request a quoteFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about sourcing pallets for the food & beverage industry.
Are used wood pallets acceptable for food handling?
It depends on your food safety plan and your customers' requirements. Many operations use clean, dry recycled wood pallets for packaged goods; others require plastic pallets in certain areas. Tell us your requirements and a partner supplier will tell you what they can provide.
Can I get pallets for export shipments?
Yes. Solid wood pallets used in international shipping generally need ISPM 15 treatment and the IPPC mark. Partner suppliers can source heat-treated pallets. Check current requirements for your destination country.
How do I prevent mold on wood pallets?
Keep pallets dry and well ventilated, and avoid storing them outdoors uncovered. In consistently wet or cold areas, many operations switch to plastic pallets.
How much do pallets for food distribution cost?
Pricing is by quote from partner suppliers; it depends on type, grade, quantity and location.
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Ready to request pallets?
Send a free, no-obligation quote request for food & beverage pallets. We pass it to a partner supplier in our network, and they follow up with pricing based on type, grade, quantity and location.
Availability depends on partner suppliers near you
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Tell us about your food & beverage pallet needs.