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Choosing and identifying pallets

Is every 1200 × 800 mm pallet an EPAL pallet?

By PalletChecker · AI-assisted, source-linked guidance

Reviewed 2026-10-03 · Source backed guidance

Applies to: General engineering guidance; equipment and receiving-site specifications

No. Euro-size describes a footprint. EPAL is a licensed pallet system with specified construction, markings and exchange conditions. An unmarked pallet of the same size must not be presented as EPAL-certified.

What to check next

• Confirm whether the receiver wants the size only or the licensed exchange system.
• Check actual markings, condition and the scheme’s exchange requirements.

Sources

• EPAL Euro pallet specification and exchange rules

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