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99 Pallets listings within 500 miles of Pomona, CA. Prices range from $3.01 to $16.54 per unit.

Pallets Prices in California

What buyers pay by condition

ConditionAvg. Price
New$18.21
Grade A (Like New)$9.86
Grade B (Good)$7.76
Grade C (Fair)$6.78
Combo (Mixed A/B)$6.67
Mixed Load$7.31
Cores (Salvage)$3.55

Pallets price index for California

About Pomona

Pomona Supplier & Recycler of Used Pallets

How to Buy Used Pallets Near You in Pomona and Save Money

What you'll get from this guide: Learn where to find quality used pallets in Pomona, understand fair pricing, and discover services that make buying easier.

Why Buy Used Pallets?

Used pallets cost much less than new ones. In California, used pallets average $4.50 each. That's still expensive compared to the past, but much cheaper than buying new pallets.

You also help the environment. Instead of cutting down more trees, you're reusing pallets that already exist.

Current Market Reality

Pallet prices have gone up 125% recently. This happened because:

  • More businesses need pallets

  • Supply chains are still recovering

  • Shipping costs increased

The good news? Used pallets are still your best option for saving money.

What Types of Used Pallets Can You Buy Near You?

Grade A (Best Quality)

  • Look almost new

  • Strong enough for multiple uses

  • Cost more but last longer

  • Good if customers will see them

Grade B (Good Quality)

  • Some wear but still strong

  • Best value for most businesses

  • Perfect for warehouses and shipping

  • Most popular choice

Grade C (Basic Quality)

  • Visible damage but still work

  • Cheapest option

  • Good for one-time use

  • Perfect if you need many pallets

Special Types:

  • Heat-treated pallets for international shipping

  • Custom sizes (not just the standard 48x40 inches)

  • Different designs (4-way access for forklifts)

What Services Should You Look For?

Delivery Service Many suppliers deliver for free within their area. This saves you:

  • Truck rental costs

  • Your time

  • Loading and unloading work

Pallet Removal Some companies take away your old, broken pallets. They often:

  • Pick them up for free

  • Give you tax receipts

  • Recycle them properly

Volume Discounts If you need many pallets, ask about:

  • Bulk pricing

  • Regular delivery schedules

  • Better payment terms

Custom Work Some suppliers can:

  • Make pallets in unusual sizes

  • Add special features

  • Meet specific weight requirements

How to Find Good Suppliers in Pomona

What to Look For:

  • Local companies (lower shipping costs)

  • Multiple pallet grades in stock

  • Delivery service

  • Good customer reviews

  • Fair pricing that matches RePackify's market data

Questions to Ask:

  • Do you deliver to my area?

  • What grades do you have in stock?

  • Can I see the pallets before buying?

  • Do you offer volume discounts?

  • Will you remove my old pallets?

Money-Saving Tips

Compare Total Costs Don't just look at pallet prices. Include:

  • Delivery fees

  • Fuel costs if you pick up

  • Your time

Buy in Bulk Order more pallets at once to get better prices. Just make sure you have storage space.

Plan Ahead Pallet prices go up during busy shipping seasons (like before holidays). Order early when possible.

Consider Grade B Grade A pallets look better, but Grade B pallets work just as well for most jobs.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Choosing Price Over Quality The cheapest pallets might break quickly. Calculate cost per use, not just upfront cost.

Not Checking Delivery Areas Make sure the supplier delivers to your location. Pickup can be expensive.

Forgetting About Standards If you ship internationally, you need heat-treated pallets. Regular used pallets won't work.

Ordering Wrong Sizes Standard pallets are 48x40 inches. Make sure this fits your products and storage.

The Bottom Line

Buying used pallets in Pomona makes financial sense. With prices at $4.50 average, you'll save significant money compared to new pallets.

Your action plan:

Decide what grade you need

Call local suppliers for quotes

Ask about delivery and services

Compare total costs, not just pallet prices

Start with a small order to test quality

The key is finding a reliable local supplier who offers fair prices and good service. Take time to build this relationship - it will save you money and headaches long-term.

Remember: the used pallet market helps both your budget and the environment. You're making a smart business choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard pallet size?

The North American standard is the GMA pallet at 48" x 40", and it is what most pallet listings on Repackify are. The other common footprints are 42" x 42" (telecom and paint), 48" x 48" (drums), 48" x 45" (automotive), and the 1200 x 800 mm Euro pallet.

How much does a pallet weigh?

An empty 48" x 40" wood pallet weighs 30 to 48 lbs. A 48" x 48" drum pallet weighs 55 to 70 lbs and a 24" x 40" half pallet 18 to 25 lbs. Block pallets sit at the heavy end of each range because they carry up to twelve blocks instead of three stringers.

How much weight can a used pallet hold?

There is no single figure: capacity depends on the design, the load and how the pallet is supported, and a pallet's grade records its repairs, not a rating. The NWPCA Pallet Design System rates one 48x40 hardwood stringer design at 9,602 lbs on the floor, 3,174 lbs racked across its length and 2,855 lbs racked across its width, under an evenly spread load. Ask the seller for a Pallet Design System or ISO 8611 rating when a load comes near those figures, and never load a pallet with a cracked stringer or missing board.

What do Grade A, Grade B, and Grade C pallets mean?

Grade A is like-new with no repaired boards and full structural integrity. Grade B has moderate wear and may carry a repaired stringer or replaced deck board (1 or 2 repairs). Grade C is heavily used with visible damage and suits light-duty or one-way shipping. Grades describe observed condition and repairs, not remaining trips; inspect before every reuse. Cores are damaged or end-of-life pallets valued for their lumber, priced per ton or per truckload; a worn but repairable pallet is graded C, not a core.

What is the difference between stringer and block pallets?

A stringer pallet is built on 2 or 3 parallel boards and is 2-way or partial 4-way entry; it is the cheaper of the two. A block pallet uses 4 to 12 blocks, gives true 4-way forklift and pallet-jack entry, and is the stronger choice for racking and export.

How many pallets fit in a 53-foot truck?

A 53-foot dry van has a 52'6" x 98.5" floor and about 110" of clear height. Loaded straight, 48" x 40" pallets sit 40" across (2 x 40" = 80") and 48" deep, 630" / 48" = 13 rows, for 26 stacks; pinwheeled in 88" four-stack blocks, 630" / 88" = 7 blocks, 28 stacks; turned 48" across (2 x 48" = 96") and 40" deep, 630" / 40" = 15 rows, 30 stacks, the least stable pattern. Empty stringer pallets are about 5" thick, so stacks run 20 to 22 high (100" to 110") built inside a true 110" trailer, and 23 only on 4.75" stock; a stack pre-built at the dock must clear the 105" rear door, so band 20 or 21 and finish the column inside. Ordinary loads are 26 to 30 stacks x 20 to 22 = 520 to 660; 24 stacks x 20 = 480 when weight or thick stock caps the load; 30 turned stacks x 23 on thin stock is 690. Carriers quote 480 to 680.

Who buys used pallets, and what do they pay?

Pallet recyclers and brokers pay by grade for 48" x 40" pallets at volume: roughly $4 to $8 for Grade A, $2 to $5 for Grade B, $0.50 to $2 for repairable Grade C, and $0.25 to $1 for cores, the damaged pallets worth only their lumber ($30 to $60 a ton), with free pickup once the lot fills a truck (480 to 680 pallets). Below a full truckload the seller usually delivers or pays the freight. Clean Grade A and Grade B pallets sold direct to an end user bring more than a recycler pays, which is why sellers list them on Repackify instead of calling a recycler.

Do used pallets need an ISPM-15 stamp?

Only for export. Domestic shipments do not need heat treatment, but any solid-wood pallet leaving the country must carry the ISPM-15 mark with an approved treatment code (HT, DH, MB or SF), so check each listing's specifications before buying pallets for international loads. A repair with an untreated board voids the mark until the pallet is re-treated and re-stamped, so on a repaired Grade B pallet confirm the replaced board was heat treated, not just that an old stamp is present.