{"id":9450,"date":"2026-08-07T01:00:47","date_gmt":"2026-08-07T01:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chinaplasticpallets.com\/plastic-pallet-sizes-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-08-07T01:00:47","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T01:00:47","slug":"plastic-pallet-sizes-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chinaplasticpallets.com\/fr\/plastic-pallet-sizes-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Plastic Pallet Sizes Guide: Standard Dimensions for Global Shipping"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Why Pallet Size Matters<\/h2>\n<p>Choosing the right pallet size is crucial for optimizing warehouse space, transportation efficiency, and compatibility with material handling equipment. Using standardized sizes ensures seamless integration into global supply chains.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Plastic pallets<\/strong> are essential for modern logistics and warehousing operations. In this comprehensive guide, we explore everything you need to know about plastic pallets, including their benefits, applications, and how to choose the right plastic pallets for your business.<\/p>\n<h2>ISO Standard Pallet Sizes<\/h2>\n<p>The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) recognizes six standard pallet sizes:<\/p>\n<table>\n<tr>\n<th>Size (mm)<\/th>\n<th>Size (inches)<\/th>\n<th>R\u00e9gion<\/th>\n<th>Utilisation courante<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1200 \u00d7 1000<\/td>\n<td>47.24 \u00d7 39.37<\/td>\n<td>Europe, Asia<\/td>\n<td>Most versatile<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1200 \u00d7 800<\/td>\n<td>47.24 \u00d7 31.50<\/td>\n<td>L'Europe<\/td>\n<td>EUR pallet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1219 \u00d7 1016<\/td>\n<td>48 \u00d7 40<\/td>\n<td>Am\u00e9rique du Nord<\/td>\n<td>Grocery industry<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1165 \u00d7 1165<\/td>\n<td>45.87 \u00d7 45.87<\/td>\n<td>Australia<\/td>\n<td>Standard AU<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1100 \u00d7 1100<\/td>\n<td>43.30 \u00d7 43.30<\/td>\n<td>Asia<\/td>\n<td>Japan, Korea, China<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>1067 \u00d7 1067<\/td>\n<td>42.01 \u00d7 42.01<\/td>\n<td>Europe, Asia<\/td>\n<td>TCPA recognized<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Most Popular Plastic Pallet Sizes<\/h2>\n<h3>1200 \u00d7 1000mm (47.24 \u00d7 39.37 inches)<\/h3>\n<p>The most widely used pallet size globally. Perfect for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Standard warehouse racking<\/li>\n<li>Container loading (fits 20ft and 40ft containers)<\/li>\n<li>Truck transportation<\/li>\n<li>General manufacturing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>1200 \u00d7 800mm (47.24 \u00d7 31.50 inches)<\/h3>\n<p>Known as the EUR-pallet or Euro-pallet. Ideal for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>European market distribution<\/li>\n<li>Retail supply chains<\/li>\n<li>Food and beverage industry<\/li>\n<li>Pharmaceutical logistics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>1100 \u00d7 1100mm (43.30 \u00d7 43.30 inches)<\/h3>\n<p>Standard in Asian markets. Best for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Japanese and Korean markets<\/li>\n<li>Chinese domestic distribution<\/li>\n<li>Chemical industry<\/li>\n<li>Electronics manufacturing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>48 \u00d7 40 inches (1219 \u00d7 1016mm)<\/h3>\n<p>The standard North American pallet. Used for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>US and Canadian distribution<\/li>\n<li>Grocery and retail<\/li>\n<li>Military logistics<\/li>\n<li>General warehousing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Container Loading Optimization<\/h2>\n<h3>20ft Container (5,898 \u00d7 2,352 \u00d7 2,393mm)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1200 \u00d7 1000mm: 10 pallets (2 \u00d7 5)<\/li>\n<li>1200 \u00d7 800mm: 11-12 pallets<\/li>\n<li>1100 \u00d7 1100mm: 10 pallets<\/li>\n<li>48 \u00d7 40 inches: 10 pallets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>40ft Container (12,032 \u00d7 2,352 \u00d7 2,393mm)<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>1200 \u00d7 1000mm: 20-21 pallets<\/li>\n<li>1200 \u00d7 800mm: 23-24 pallets<\/li>\n<li>1100 \u00d7 1100mm: 20 pallets<\/li>\n<li>48 \u00d7 40 inches: 20-21 pallets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Choose the Right Size<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Consider your market:<\/strong> Match the destination country&#8217;s standard<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check warehouse racking:<\/strong> Ensure compatibility with existing systems<\/li>\n<li><strong>Optimize container loading:<\/strong> Minimize wasted space<\/li>\n<li><strong>Match product dimensions:<\/strong> Maximize pallet utilization<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consider handling equipment:<\/strong> Forklift and pallet jack compatibility<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Custom Sizes<\/h2>\n<p>When standard sizes don&#8217;t meet your needs, custom plastic pallets can be manufactured. Consider custom sizes when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Products have unusual dimensions<\/li>\n<li>Automated systems require specific sizes<\/li>\n<li>Space optimization is critical<\/li>\n<li>Industry-specific requirements exist<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Selecting the right pallet size optimizes your entire supply chain. When in doubt, the 1200 \u00d7 1000mm size offers the best global compatibility and container loading efficiency.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Pallet Size Matters Choosing the right pallet size is crucial for optimizing warehouse space, transportation efficiency, and compatibility with material handling equipment. Using standardized sizes ensures seamless integration into global supply chains. Plastic pallets are essential for modern logistics and warehousing operations. 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