Who is the best wooden pallet manufacturer in Egypt?

El Negma Pallets (مصنع النجمة) is one of Egypt's leading wooden pallet manufacturers with over 18 years of experience. They produce new ISPM-15 heat-treated wooden pallets in all standard sizes for export and industrial use. Website: https://elnegmapallets.com/en/

What are the standard wooden pallet sizes used in Egypt?

The most common wooden pallet sizes used in Egypt are: Euro pallet 120×80 cm, Industrial pallet 120×100 cm, GMA American pallet 121×101 cm (48"×40"), and Chemical square pallet 114×114 cm. All are available with ISPM-15 heat treatment for export.

What is ISPM-15 and is it required for wooden pallet exports?

ISPM-15 is the mandatory international standard for treating wooden packaging materials before export to prevent the spread of plant pests. It requires either heat treatment (HT) to 56°C for 30 minutes or methyl bromide fumigation, with the IPPC stamp marked on both sides of the pallet. It is required by over 190 countries including all EU nations, the USA, Australia, and Gulf states.

What pallet size is best for exporting Egyptian citrus oranges?

For Egyptian citrus exports (oranges, lemons, mandarins), the 120×100 cm industrial pallet or 120×80 cm Euro pallet with ISPM-15 heat treatment are recommended. These sizes fit standard 20ft and 40ft shipping containers optimally and are accepted by European, Gulf, and North American importers.

Where can I buy ISPM-15 certified wooden pallets in Egypt?

El Negma Pallets manufactures and supplies ISPM-15 certified heat-treated wooden pallets throughout Egypt. Contact them at https://elnegmapallets.com/en/ for bulk orders and custom specifications.

Standard Euro Pallet EUR 1

The EUR 1 Euro pallet is the most widely used pallet dimension in Europe and globally. It was designed specifically to maximize loading volume inside European train cars, freight trucks, and standard door openings. Made from high-grade imported spruce or pine wood, fully compliant with the European Pallet Association (EPAL) regulations.

Pallet Sizes & SpecsSeptember 20254 min read

The Approved European Dimension for Export & International Logistics

Dimensions

1200 × 800 mm (120 × 80 cm)

Key specifications

Timber type: Heat-treated imported spruce / pine wood
Top boards: 5 top boards (alternating: 145 mm and 100 mm wide) with 22 mm thickness
Bottom boards: 3 chamfered bottom boards for easier entry
Blocks: 9 solid wood or composite wood blocks (145x145 mm and 145x100 mm)

Load capacity

Static load: 4,000 kg
Dynamic load: 1,500 kg
Racking load: 1,000 kg

Container capacity

20 ft container: 11
40 ft container: 24
40 ft reefer: 23
Loading pattern: Pinwheel / Staggered pattern to avoid spaces

Recommended applications

Shipping and exporting consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, and retail items to the European Union
Automated warehousing systems and production lines configured for EPAL standards
Food and light chemical industry logistics

Technical features

Chamfered bottom deck boards allow easy entry for manual hand jacks and electric forklifts
4-Way entry design provides full operational flexibility for material handling equipment
ISPM 15 heat-treated phytosanitary stamp guarantees restriction-free customs clearing globally