Export without the stamp
Plastic is exempt from ISPM-15
Heat treating kills insects hiding in wood. Nothing can burrow into plastic, so customs abroad does not ask for a stamp or an inspection on the pallet. How the rules work for wood.
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In stock in Lake Elmo, MN - Footprint
- 48 x 40 x 5.5 in
- Entry
- 4-way fork access
- Weight
- 17 lb
- Rated load
- 5,000 lb static · 2,000 lb dynamic
Static load is what it holds sitting on the floor. Dynamic load is what it holds on a forklift. This pallet is not rated for racking, so keep it off open-beam pallet racks. Empty pallets nest inside each other, so a stack of empties takes a fraction of the space.
30-second guide
Plastic or wood?
Pick plastic when the pallet gets wet, works near packaged food or medicine, leaves the country, or comes back to you trip after trip. For a dry, one-way domestic load, a wood pallet does the same job for a lot less.
| Pallet | Best for | Material | Heat treat | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48x40 Nestable | Food and beverage, pharma, export, wash-down areas, closed loops | Black molded plastic. Washable, will not absorb water or grow mold. | Optional | $70 · $35.00 at 250+ |
Or buy wood
Dry, one-way, staying in the US? Wood is cheaper.
New wood starts at $34 and recycled at $18 online, both ready for pickup in about a day. Heat-treated wood clears customs too, from $37. See wood pallets.
48x40 Nestable Plastic Pallets — Washable, Export Ready, In Stock in Lake Elmo
One plastic pallet, kept in stock at our Twin Cities yard so you can buy it today instead of waiting weeks for a build-to-order run. The 48x40 footprint matches the GMA wood pallet you already use, so it drops into the same racks, trucks and forklifts.
Key Features & Specs
- Size: 48 x 40 x 5.5 in
- Weight: 17 lb
- Static load: 5,000 lb (sitting on the floor)
- Dynamic load: 2,000 lb (on a forklift)
- Racking: not rated, keep off open-beam racks
- Design: open deck, nine molded legs, 4-way fork entry
- Nesting: empty pallets nest inside each other to save floor and trailer space
- Export: exempt from ISPM-15, no heat treat stamp needed
- Material: black molded plastic, washable, will not absorb water or grow mold
When Plastic Pallets Are the Right Call
- Food, beverage and pharma — packaged goods that need a clean, washable pallet (not approved for direct food contact)
- Export — skip heat treating and customs inspection of the pallet
- Closed loops — pallets that come back to you for years pay off the higher price
- Wet or wash-down areas — hose it off and put it back to work
Need a different plastic size, a full truckload, or 500 and up? Request a quote or call (651) 436-1912. Not sure plastic is right for you? The plastic pallets guide compares it with new and recycled wood in plain numbers.
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the plastic pallet in stock?
Yes. We keep the 48x40 nestable plastic pallet at our Lake Elmo yard. Pickup orders are usually ready within one business day and Twin Cities delivery is typically one to two business days.
Can I use it for food?
It is suitable for packaged food items and washes clean. It is not approved for direct food contact.
Can it go on pallet racking?
No. It is rated 5,000 lb static on the floor and 2,000 lb dynamic on a forklift, but it is not rated for open-beam racking.
Do you sell other plastic sizes?
Other sizes and full truckloads are quoted. Most are built to order with a 2 to 4 week lead time. Request a quote with the size, quantity and ZIP.
Is there a minimum order?
No. Buy one pallet or a truckload. Volume discounts start at 50 pallets.
Can I pay by invoice or purchase order?
Online checkout takes card, Apple Pay, Google Pay and ACH bank transfer. For net terms, request a quote and we will set up your account.