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 American GMA Pallet

The GMA pallet is the official standard approved by the Grocery Manufacturers Association in the United States and Canada, representing over 30% of all pallets used in North America. We manufacture it at El Negma factory under precise specifications to ensure seamless entry into US warehouses and fulfillment centers.

Pallet Sizes & SpecsDecember 20244 min read

The Approved Grocery Manufacturer Association Size for Exports to North America

Dimensions

1219 × 1016 mm (48 × 40 Inches)

Key specifications

Timber type: Kiln-dried Swedish pine wood fully compliant with US standards
Top boards: 7 top boards (alternating 140 mm and 90 mm widths)
Bottom boards: 5 bottom deck boards for structural strength
Blocks: Stringer design with notched entries for 4-way forklift access (Notched Stringer)

Load capacity

Static load: 4,000 kg
Dynamic load: 1,250 kg
Racking load: 1,000 kg

Container capacity

20 ft container: 10
40 ft container: 21
40 ft reefer: 20
Loading pattern: Parallel or staggered alignment

Recommended applications

Exporting agricultural crops, citrus fruits, and foods to the United States and Canadian markets
Shipping consumer goods directly to major US fulfillment hubs (like Amazon FBA, Walmart)
Transatlantic commercial shipping operations

Technical features

Notched stringer board design allows 4-way entry for forklifts and pallet jacks
Lightweight yet strong wood layout saves weight, lowering air and ocean shipping costs
100% heat-treated (HT) and stamped with the official Egyptian Ministry of Agriculture export clearance mark