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Stiropallet pallets weigh 9.9 lb in the standard 39.4 × 47.2 in size, so each load ships lighter than on wood.

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Plastic Pallets · Monterrey, Mexico
Plastic shipping pallets from ACERLO are Stiropallet pallets, thermoformed in EPS at the Santa Catarina plant. Each one weighs 9.9 lb, while a wood pallet of the same size weighs 33 to 55 lb.
Air freight is charged by weight, so a lighter pallet means lower freight. The page includes a calculator that compares wood and Stiropallet freight costs.
Stiropallet meets ISPM 15 with no heat treatment, fumigation or stamp, because those rules apply only to wood. Crossing the border requires no phytosanitary paperwork.
Why ACERLO
Industrial packaging from Monterrey, Mexico, from a single supplier.
Compared with 33 to 55 lb for a wood pallet of the same size.
ISPM 15 exempt: no heat treatment or fumigation, which apply only to wood.
5 to 10 days to the United States and the rest of Mexico. 3 to 5 days near Monterrey.
It does not absorb water or warp. It replaces cardboard in warehouses and cold storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
In the standard 39.4 × 47.2 in size, they hold up to 4,400 lb static and 1,760 lb dynamic load.
No. Plastic shipping pallets made of EPS meet ISPM 15 without heat treatment, fumigation or a stamp.
No. The surface is smooth and non-porous, so the pallet keeps its weight in the rainy season and is easy to clean.
Delivery takes 5 to 10 days to the United States and 3 to 5 days near Monterrey. Plastic shipping pallets are delivered to your plant.
Yes. Stiropallet pallets are reinforced, reusable and suitable for racks and for beverages.
Location and Delivery
Location, hours, and estimated delivery times in one place, so you can schedule your order.
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Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Monterrey time).
Warehouse pickup Monday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Monterrey metro area and nearby locations: 3 to 5 days. Rest of Mexico and the United States: 5 to 10 days.
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