Pallet Types Guide
Complete Guide to Pallet Types in Australia
Every pallet type used in Australian supply chains — specs, materials, capacities and typical uses explained.
🪵Most Common
Standard Australian Pallet
Size1165 × 1165 mm
MaterialHardwood timber
Capacity1,000–1,500 kg
Used forGeneral freight, domestic supply chain
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🌍International
Euro Pallet (EUR/EPAL)
Size1200 × 800 mm
MaterialHardwood timber
Capacity1,500 kg
Used forImport/export, cold chain, retail
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🔵Pool System
CHEP Pallet
Size1165 × 1165 mm
MaterialHardwood timber (blue)
Capacity1,500 kg
Used forFMCG, supermarket supply chains
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♻️Hygienic
Plastic Pallet
Size1165 × 1165 mm (various)
MaterialHDPE or polypropylene
Capacity1,000–2,000 kg
Used forPharmaceutical, food, clean rooms
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✈️ISPM 15
Export Pallet (ISPM 15)
Size1165 × 1165 mm / custom
MaterialHT-Treated hardwood
Capacity1,000–1,500 kg
Used forInternational shipping, biosecurity compliance
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⚙️Bespoke
Custom Pallet
SizeMade to specification
MaterialTimber, plastic or metal
CapacityVaries
Used forHeavy machinery, unusual loads, specialist industries
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Quick Comparison Table
| Type | Size (L × W) | Material | Load Capacity | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Australian Pallet | 1165 × 1165 mm | Hardwood timber | 1,000–1,500 kg | General freight, domestic supply chain |
| Euro Pallet (EUR/EPAL) | 1200 × 800 mm | Hardwood timber | 1,500 kg | Import/export, cold chain, retail |
| CHEP Pallet | 1165 × 1165 mm | Hardwood timber (blue) | 1,500 kg | FMCG, supermarket supply chains |
| Plastic Pallet | 1165 × 1165 mm (various) | HDPE or polypropylene | 1,000–2,000 kg | Pharmaceutical, food, clean rooms |
| Export Pallet (ISPM 15) | 1165 × 1165 mm / custom | HT-Treated hardwood | 1,000–1,500 kg | International shipping, biosecurity compliance |
| Custom Pallet | Made to specification | Timber, plastic or metal | Varies | Heavy machinery, unusual loads, specialist industries |