Buying Guide
How to Buy Pallets in Australia
Where to source pallets, how to evaluate quality, and how to get the best price for new and used timber pallets.
Pallet Grade Price Guide
| Grade | Condition | Price / Pallet | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade A | Like new | $20–$35 | Racking, food/pharma, export |
| Grade B | Good — minor damage | $12–$22 | General warehousing |
| Grade C | Fair — repaired | $5–$12 | Light duty, one-way |
| New | New manufacture | $25–$55 | Heavy duty, food, export |
Prices are indicative for standard 1165×1165mm timber pallet, ex-depot, major metro areas, 2026.
Where to Buy Pallets
Local pallet recyclers
Best prices on used Grade A/B pallets. Most have walk-in depots and can deliver. Search PalletFinder for your area.
Pallet manufacturers
New pallets, custom sizes, bulk orders. MOQ typically 50–100 pallets. Lead time 1–3 weeks.
Online marketplaces
PalletFinder, Pallet Hubs, Gumtree, Trade Me. Good for small quantities and comparing prices across suppliers.
CHEP / LOSCAM (hire)
Hire pallets for regular users. Not purchased — billed per trip. Suited to FMCG, grocery, and high-volume warehousing.
Buyer Checklist
- ✓Determine your pallet type requirement (standard AU 1165×1165, export, Euro etc.)
- ✓Decide on new vs used — used can save 40–70% if quality is sufficient
- ✓Get quotes from at least 3 suppliers including local recyclers
- ✓Ask about Grade A/B/C for used pallets and inspect a sample before bulk ordering
- ✓Clarify delivery costs — pallets are bulky, freight often exceeds pallet cost for small orders
- ✓For ISPM 15 compliance (export), confirm HT-marked pallets from your supplier
- ✓Confirm pallet dimensions match your racking, forklifts and transport vehicles
- ✓Ask about minimum order quantities and lead times
- ✓Confirm payment terms — net 30 common with established suppliers
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