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Can a used wooden pallet be suitable for export?

By PalletChecker · AI-assisted, source-linked guidance

Reviewed 2026-10-03 · inspection required

Applies to: International standard; national programme and destination checks

Yes: reuse is possible when approved marking remains valid and the unit has not been altered. Check damage, repairs, contamination and destination rules rather than assuming all used pallets qualify.

What to check next

• Ask the supplier about repairs.

Sources

• Australian government: reuse and re-export of marked WPM

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