Purchase Recycled Pallets
48x40 GMA Pallets — built for your supply chain.
At TCP, we specialize in buying, selling, and repairing 48×40 GMA pallets. Available in AAA, AA, A, and B grades, every pallet is carefully inspected by our dedicated quality team to ensure it meets your performance and specification requirements.
48 x 40 GMA Grades
The grades, defined.
GMA stands for the Grocery Manufacturers Association — the organization that introduced the 48×40 wooden pallet as a uniform shipping platform for the grocery industry.
Today, the 48×40 GMA pallet is the most widely used pallet in North America. Its standardized footprint fits warehouse racking, conveyors, and trailer beds without wasted space, making it the default choice for manufacturers, distributors, and retailers across virtually every industry.
Get a quoteAAA Grade Pallets
Appearance
- Food Grade Condition
- Minimum paint and no powder
Bottom Deck Boards
- Lead boards — 5.5"
- Middle boards — two 5.5" or three 3.5"
- Minimum chip backs on lead boards
- Consistent board thickness
Top Deck Boards
- At least eight 3.5" boards
- No bigger than 4" gap between boards
- Minimum chip backs on lead boards
- Consistent board thickness
Runners
- No plug repairs
- Minimum runner chips
- No plates or staples on any runner
AA Grade Pallets
Bottom Deck Boards
- Lead boards — 5.5" or double 3.5" end
- Middle boards — two 5.5" or three 3.5"
- Chip backs no more than 1" for 10" or 1/2" all the way
Top Deck Boards
- At least seven 3.5" boards
- No bigger than 4.5" gap between boards
- Chip backs no more than 1" for 10" or 1/2" all the way
Runners
- No plates or staples on any runner
- No plug repairs
A Grade Pallets
Bottom Deck Boards
- Lead boards — 3.5" end
- Middle boards — two 5.5" or three 3.5"
- Chip backs no more than 1" for 10" or 1/2" all the way
Top Deck Boards
- At least seven 3.5" boards
- No bigger than 4.5" gap between boards
- Chip backs no more than 1" for 10" or 1/2" all the way
Runners
- Can have plates or staples on any runner
- No plug repairs
B Grade Pallets
Specifications
- 6" or 4" end lead boards on the bottom
- Chip backs no more than 1" all the way
- Can have plates on any runner
- Must have 4 bottom boards
- Top deck board gap no bigger than 5"
- Any amount of plug repairs
- Can be 3 or 4 runner
Odd Size Pallets
Specialty sizes, in stock.
At TCP, we provide an extensive range of odd-sized pallets to fit specialized industry needs — from 48x48 heavy-duty drum pallets to 36x36 beverage pallets. Our large inventory is ready for immediate fulfillment, and our expert pallet repair team sorts and grades pallets to your precise specifications.
Options include 48x48, 48x45, 48x42, 48x40, 48x40 Block, 48x36, 42x42, 40x40, 36x42, 36x36, Euro, CP1, and CP3.
Get a quoteCustom Pallet Design
The most cost-effective pallet for your product.
TCP crafts custom pallets tailored to your needs, combining affordability with precision. Leveraging our extensive supply of reconditioned lumber, we can build pallets in virtually any size. Not sure which size is right? Our team offers free consultations and onsite visits to optimize your pallet solution.
- Up to 50% lower cost compared to new pallets
- Custom sizes to meet your exact requirements
- Recycled materials to reduce cost and support sustainability
- Full-time quality control for top-notch durability
- Inventory management for your specific pallet sizes
Heat-Treated Pallets
ISPM-15 compliant exports.
TCP is a leader in providing heat-treated pallets for international exports, ensuring your shipments meet the ISPM-15 Standard. Our process heats wood to 132.8°F for at least 30 minutes — effectively sterilizing pallets, eliminating pests, and remaining environmentally friendly.
- Safer for shipping food products and pharmaceuticals than chemically treated pallets
- Enhanced resistance to mold and bacteria
- Reduced moisture and overall pallet weight for better performance
More than 75,000 heat-treated pallets shipped annually.
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