Pallet size is a commercial and operational standard, not a single global dimension. The right footprint depends on region, industry, warehouse equipment, exchange systems and customer requirements.
Common planning footprints
| Name | Footprint | Typical context |
|---|---|---|
| EUR 1 / EPAL-style | 1200 × 800 mm | Widely used in Europe |
| ISO / common industrial | 1200 × 1000 mm | Industrial and export workflows |
| North America / GMA-style | 48 × 40 in | Common North American footprint |
| Half pallet | 800 × 600 mm | Retail/display and smaller loads |
Use the Pallet Size Calculator to compare how a carton footprint performs across common pallet sizes. For a dedicated pattern, open the Euro Pallet Calculator or US Pallet Calculator.
Source & review
Reference provenance
- Primary source
- European Pallet Association (EPAL) product sheets
- Primary source link
- Open source
- Additional sources
- Last reviewed
- September 28, 2026
Operational standards, tariffs and equipment can change. CargoToolsHub maps each table or method to the cited review basis where possible and still recommends checking the exact carrier, operator or standard that applies to your shipment.