Pallet | Cold Chain SA

Definition:Flat wooden, plastic, or metal platform used for stacking, storing, and transporting goods. Standard size in South Africa is 1200mm x 1000mm (Europallet) or 1200mm x 1200mm.

Cold Chain Considerations::

**Plastic pallets**: Non-porous, easy to clean, hygienic (preferred for food/pharmaceutical)

**Wooden pallets**: Lower cost, but moisture absorption and ISPM-15 treatment required for export

**Hygienic design**: Smooth surface, no splinters or cracks

Standard Pallet Capacity::

1.0-1.5m height typical (stacking limit)

500-1,200 kg typical load

Pallet Storage:: Cold storage rates often quoted “per pallet per month.”

Related Terms:: SKU, Unit Load, Pallet Position, Cold Storage