Buy Used Plastic Pallets in California
Plastic Pallets listed by sellers across California.
- listings in California
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- Plastic Pallets · Stackable$64.86/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 20Like New · 48x40x6inSelma, CAIn stock
- Plastic Pallets$6.49/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 50Like New · 1100x1100x120mmCompton, CAIn stock
- Used 48x40x3 Plastic Pallets - El Cajon, CA 92020$9.08/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 350Used · 48x40x3inEl Cajon, CAIn stock
- $15.24/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 520Sacramento, CA
- $12.65/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 520Fresno, CA
- $15.50/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 500Norwalk, CA
- $15.50/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 520Stockton, CA
- $14.08/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 520San Francisco, CA
- $16.54/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 520Los Angeles, CA
- $15.89/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 520Los Angeles, CA
- $15.57/ plastic pallet at pickupMin. order 150Los Angeles, CA
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Plastic pallet prices in California
Average listed price per unit, by condition
- New
- $21.91
- Like New
- $21.12
- Used
- $6.04
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Save Money on Moving Boxes in California: Your Complete Guide to Used Options
Save 30-70% on moving costs while helping the environment by buying used moving boxes in California. This guide shows you exactly where to find quality used boxes, how much you'll pay, and which options work best for your move.
Why Choose Used Moving Boxes?
You'll get three main benefits:
- Save money
Pay $0.50-$2.00 per box instead of $2.00-$5.00 for new ones
- Help the environment
Keep cardboard out of landfills
- Get the same protection
Used boxes work just as well as new ones
Free Options (Start Here First)
Community Marketplaces
Check these places for free boxes:
- Craigslist
Search "moving boxes" in your city
- Facebook Marketplace
Look for local listings
- Nextdoor
Ask neighbors who recently moved
Real example: A family in San Jose found 30 medium boxes for free pickup after someone moved nearby.
RePackify Box Exchange
Visit RePackify locations across California where people drop off and pick up used boxes for free. You'll find:
Small boxes (16″ × 12″ × 12″)
Medium boxes (18″ × 16″ × 18″)
Large boxes (24″ × 18″ × 18″)
Specialty boxes for books, clothes, and dishes
Low-Cost Options ($0.50-$2.00 per box)
RePackify Marketplace
When free options aren't enough, RePackify offers:
All standard moving box sizes
Prices 50-70% below retail
Local pickup or delivery
Quality guarantee
How it works: Browse available boxes in your area, contact the seller, and arrange pickup or delivery.
Local Recycling Centers
Many California recycling centers sell used boxes:
San Diego's Miramar Recycling Center: Under $0.50 per box
Search "recycling center" + your city name
Call ahead to check availability
When You Need Many Boxes
Step-by-Step Action Plan
Week 1: Start with free options
Post on local Facebook groups asking for boxes
Check Craigslist daily
Visit RePackify exchange locations
Week 2: Buy what you still need
Browse RePackify marketplace
Call local recycling centers
Contact bulk suppliers if you need 50+ boxes
Moving day approaches: Last resort
Buy new boxes only for fragile items
Use what you have creatively
What to Look For
Good used boxes have
No major tears or holes
Intact bottom flaps
Dry and clean interior
Original shape (not crushed)
Avoid boxes that
Smell bad or look dirty
Have water damage
Are falling apart
Previously held food or chemicals
Final Tips
- Mix and match
Use free boxes for clothes, buy sturdy ones for books
- Plan ahead
Start looking 2-3 weeks before moving
- Ask friends
People often keep boxes in garages after moving
- Check apartment complexes
Many have boxes near dumpsters (ask permission first)
- Bottom line
Start with free sources, then use RePackify for reliable, affordable options. You'll save money and help the environment without sacrificing quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes do plastic pallets come in?
The standard is 48" x 40", matching the wood GMA footprint, at 20 to 55 lbs depending on whether it is nestable or rackable. The 48" x 48" square pallet (35 to 55 lbs) is used for drums and chemicals, and the 24" x 40" half pallet weighs 8 to 15 lbs.
How much weight can a plastic pallet hold?
Ratings vary by model, so use the manufacturer's figure for the pallet in the listing. ORBIS rates its 48x40 XpressPal Economy nestable pallet at 2,750 lbs dynamic and 15,000 lbs static, its XpressPal HD at 4,000 and 30,000 lbs, and its rackable Odyssey HD at 2,800 lbs edge-racked, 6,000 lbs dynamic and 30,000 lbs static.
What is the difference between nestable, stackable, and rackable?
Nestable pallets have legs that nest into each other when empty (ORBIS gives its XpressPal nestables a 2.2:1 to 2.4:1 nest ratio), which suits one-way and export shipping. Stackable pallets have a flat bottom deck for block stacking. Rackable pallets have steel or reinforced runners so they can span a pallet-rack beam at the model's racked rating; ORBIS rates its Odyssey HD at 2,800 lbs edge-racked.
Do plastic pallets need ISPM-15 heat treatment for export?
No. ISPM-15 applies to solid wood packaging only, so plastic pallets ship internationally without a stamp, which is the main reason exporters buy them.
How many plastic pallets fit on a truck?
About 520 per 53-foot dry van for a standard 48" x 40" pallet loaded like wood, and nestable designs fit up to 3 times more empties per truck because the stack height per pallet is so much lower.