Euro Plastic Pallets Specifications

In modern logistics and warehousing, plastic pallets are widely used for handling, storage, distribution and export shipping. For buyers working with European supply chains, choosing the right Euro pallet size also requires checking load requirements, warehouse equipment, storage conditions and transport methods.

 

This guide explains Euro plastic pallet dimensions, EUR1, EUR2, EUR3 and EUR6 sizes, load capacity, related ISO pallet sizes, material choices and practical buying points. It also explains what buyers should confirm with a plastic pallet manufacturer before placing a bulk order.

 

These plastic pallet specifications help buyers compare different pallet options based on size, performance, and application needs.

 

The most common Euro pallet size is 800×1200 mm. Other Euro pallet formats include 1200×1000 mm, 1000×1200 mm and 800×600 mm, while quarter and eighth pallet sizes are used for smaller loads.

Euro pallet dimensions may be written in different length-width orders. To avoid purchasing mistakes, the table below clearly separates EUR2 and EUR3 and shows the reference height and pallet weight where available.

The 162 mm height shown for EUR2 is based on the current EPAL 2 reference specification.

The current EPAL specifications list EUR1 at 800×1200×144 mm, EPAL 2 at 1200×1000×162 mm, EPAL 3 at 1000×1200×144 mm and EPAL 6 at 800×600×144 mm.

EUR2 and EUR3 use the same basic rectangular footprint when rotated, but their length-width orientation is different. This difference can matter when pallet direction affects container loading, conveyors, warehouse equipment or storage layouts.

 

Another important purchasing point is the difference between a Euro-size pallet and an EPAL pallet. Euro size mainly describes the dimensional format, while EPAL refers to a specific pallet system with defined specifications and requirements.

A plastic pallet can therefore use a Euro footprint without being an EPAL-certified pallet. Buyers should confirm certification requirements separately when purchasing for tenders, exchange pools or customer-specific logistics systems.

 

 

ISO pallet dimensions provide common footprints for international materials handling, while Euro pallet formats are closely associated with European logistics.

The comparison below shows the dimensional relationship rather than suggesting that a Euro pallet automatically has a particular ISO or EPAL certification.

 

 

EUR3 uses the same 1200×1000 rectangular footprint as EUR2 when rotated, but the length-width orientation is reversed.

The dimensions alone do not determine whether a pallet will work with a specific warehouse system. Buyers should also confirm forklift entry, pallet truck access, conveyor contact points, automated handling requirements and rack support.

For a broader comparison of regional pallet dimensions, see our guide to Understanding Standard Pallet Size Dimensions.

 

 

Plastic pallet load capacity is normally divided into static load, dynamic load and racking load. These figures describe different operating conditions and should not be treated as interchangeable.

 

 

EPAL pallet load ratings vary by pallet type. Current EPAL specifications list a safe working load of 1,500 kg for EPAL 1, 1,250 kg for EPAL 2, 1,500 kg for EPAL 3 and 750 kg for EPAL 6.

 

These figures should not be transferred directly to plastic pallets. The actual capacity of a Euro plastic pallet depends on its structure, material, pallet weight, reinforcement, load distribution and testing conditions.

Racking requires particular attention. A pallet standing on the floor receives support across most of its base, while a rackable pallet may span an unsupported space between rack beams.

 

For this reason, buyers should provide the manufacturer with the rack beam spacing, cargo weight, pallet direction and load distribution before selecting a rackable plastic pallet.

For a product-level reference, see our Euro Rackable Plastic Pallet.

 

 

Choosing a Euro plastic pallet only by dimensions can result in the wrong specification. Procurement teams should check the complete operating conditions before comparing supplier prices.

 

 Pallet size: Confirm the required footprint and pallet height. Check the dimensions of cartons, bags, drums or containers placed on the pallet and consider any cargo overhang restrictions.

 Load requirement: Provide the actual cargo weight and loading pattern. Tell the supplier whether the weight is evenly distributed, concentrated at certain points or stacked in several layers.

 Warehouse system: Confirm whether the pallet will be used on the floor, in pallet racking, on conveyors or in an automated warehouse. Rackable pallets require different structural support from basic transport pallets.

 Handling equipment: Check forklift entry, pallet truck access, conveyor contact points and dimensional limits of automated equipment. The pallet should match the actual equipment instead of being selected by footprint alone.

 Operating environment: Cold storage, food processing, pharmaceutical storage and chemical handling may require different materials or pallet surfaces. HDPE and PP provide different performance depending on temperature, impact and operating conditions.

 Export requirements: Plastic pallets themselves do not require the ISPM 15 treatment applied to regulated solid wood packaging. Buyers should still check whether other wood packaging materials are included in the shipment.

 

When comparing quotations, buyers should also request the product drawing, pallet weight, confirmed load ratings, packaging method, container loading quantity, production lead time and sample policy.

These details make it easier to compare different plastic pallet suppliers on the same basis.

 

 

Euro plastic pallets are available in different structures because warehouse, transport and export requirements are not the same.

A rackable plastic pallet is designed for applications where the pallet must bridge rack beams. Buyers should confirm the racking load under their actual beam spacing rather than using the static load as a reference.

A heavy duty plastic pallet is suitable for higher cargo weights and frequent material handling. Reinforced structures or steel tubes may be used when higher load performance is required.

A stackable plastic pallet works well for floor storage and repeated warehouse circulation. A nestable plastic pallet can reduce empty-pallet volume during return transport or one-way export shipping.

For food processing and other hygiene-sensitive applications, a Euro-size hygienic pallet may be more suitable than a general industrial pallet. The EURO Plastic Pallet is one example used in European food and beverage supply chains.

 

 

 Warehousing and distribution: Standard Euro dimensions can simplify palletized storage and movement when warehouse equipment is designed around these footprints.

 Food and beverage: Hygienic plastic surfaces are non-absorbent and easy to clean, making suitable pallet models useful for food processing, beverage production and distribution.

 Pharmaceutical logistics: Hygienic pallet structures support controlled handling and storage of packaged pharmaceutical products where cleanliness is important.

 Automotive manufacturing: Heavy-duty plastic pallets can transport components, parts and finished goods between production areas, warehouses and distribution centers.

 Export shipping: Plastic pallets are commonly used for international shipments because the plastic pallet itself does not require ISPM 15 wood treatment.

 

The correct pallet structure depends on the actual supply chain. A reusable rackable pallet solves a different logistics problem from a lightweight nestable export pallet, even when both use a Euro-size footprint.

 

 

Bulk buyers may need more than a standard pallet footprint. A plastic pallet manufacturer can customize dimensions, colors, surfaces, reinforcement and branding around a specific logistics system.

 

Common customization options include:

 Custom length, width and height

 Custom pallet colors

 Company logo printing

 Anti-slip strips or pads

 Reinforced pallet structures

 Steel reinforcement

 RFID or barcode integration

 Special forklift entry requirements

 

For recurring bulk orders, customization can also focus on compatibility with existing warehouse and transport equipment. Fork openings, runner positions, deck structures and reinforcement can be developed around actual operating conditions.

The requested pallet dimensions should always be checked against warehouse equipment, cargo dimensions and handling requirements. Changing only the external size without checking the pallet structure can create problems during actual use.

 

 

ENLIGHTENING PALLET supplies standard and customized plastic pallets for logistics, warehousing, manufacturing and export applications.

 

As a China plastic pallet manufacturer and supplier, ENLIGHTENING PALLET operates more than 60 production lines and has more than 700 plastic injection molds. Our production capability covers Euro-size pallets, standard industrial pallets and customized pallet formats for wholesale projects.

 

 

We also support OEM and ODM projects, including custom pallet dimensions, colors, logos and structural designs. This allows distributors, manufacturers and logistics companies to match pallet specifications to their existing warehouse and transport systems.

For procurement teams purchasing hundreds or thousands of pallets, stable manufacturing capacity and product consistency are important. Our production and quality control systems help maintain consistent dimensions and specifications between samples and bulk orders.

 

For a bulk quotation, provide:

 Required pallet size

 Order quantity

 Cargo weight

 Static, dynamic or racking use

 Warehouse or transport application

 Preferred material

 Color, logo or other customization requirements

 

Our team can use this information to recommend a suitable pallet structure and prepare a quotation. Buyers can Contact Us with their specifications and expected order quantity.