Export shipping crates are wooden containers (crates) built on pallet supports: they have sides, usually a lid, and a surface and legs underneath for forklift access. This is different from flat pallets — flat pallets are simply wooden platforms with slats and legs, on which goods are placed and then wrapped in film.

This article is for factories exporting machinery, components, and goods that cannot be stacked in cartons. Hoang Gia Company We accept orders for machining services based on provided drawings.The form on the site says "Custom manufacturing". The post does not claim that the workshop sells ready-made wooden crates.

What are the differences between wooden pallets used for export shipping and flat pallets?

Wooden pallet crates for export shipping wooden wall (and often with lids) are placed on pallet legs. Flat pallets have no side walls. Forklifts can still access the legs like with regular pallets. Goods are packed in bundles, secured with clips, bolts, and foam—not just wrapped in film.

Use the correct names on the label. "Pallet," "wooden crate," "crate," "wooden lifting box"—the workshop will interpret these differently if there is no picture. Wooden pallet crates for export must be accompanied by a drawing or sample photo with dimensions.

Ready-made flat pallets: see Fumigated acacia wood pallets for export.Box: send the drawing via Custom pallet manufacturing.

When does the factory need wooden pallet crates?

Need when goods unable to stand On flat pallets, or if the recipient requires sealed packaging. Machine tools, electrical cabinets, fragile goods, goods prohibited from stacking — or shipped in wooden pallets for export.

Common scenarios:

• Heavy loads are concentrated in one area: requiring thick flooring, sturdy legs, and internal bracing.
• Cargo transported over multiple stages by truck and train: wooden bulkheads to protect against impact.
• EU/US/Japan customers should specify "wooden crate" on the purchase order and will not accept goods wrapped in plastic film.
• The goods must be locked and sealed with a lead seal.

No need for crates when the goods are in bags; the cardboard boxes are uniform, already wrapped in film, and the warehouse shelves only accept flat pallets. Packaging rice bags in crates would be wasteful of wood and shipping costs.

Inside the wooden pallet crates used for export shipments, the following must be indicated on the drawing or appendix: foam, wooden spacers, straps, and bolt fastening points. The factory that assembles the crates and the method of securing the machinery are the responsibility of the factory or the detailed drawings. Without spacers, the machinery will slide inside the crate, even if the walls are very thick.

Wooden pallet crates and ISPM 15

Wooden pallet crates for export packaging belong to packed wood (wood packaging material). Many markets apply ISPM 15Heat treat the wood core at 56°C for 30 minutes (or an acceptable standard measure), and stamp the IPPC mark in the correct readable location.

The US has stated its requirements for imported packing timber on the website. USDA APHIS — Wood Packaging MaterialFlat pallets and wooden crates both fall into this category if they are made from wood that has not met the exclusion criteria of the standard.

The following must be written on the collection slip:

• Is ISPM 15 handled? the whole package (sides, lid, slats, legs) or not.
• The market accepts it.
• Plywood/engineered wood (if used) — ask the customer if they accept it and if they need a signature.

Drying the blanks for assembly no change ISPM 15 mark. See ISPM 15 pallet fumigation.

What are the components of a wooden pallet used for exporting goods?

Including floor + legs (pallet section) and side + lid + clamp (Parts of the package). Missing one part means the wooden pallet crate is no longer a proper export shipping container.

• Floor and legs: Forklifts can enter here. Specify whether it's a 2-way or 4-way forklift, leg opening, and bottom slat thickness.
• Wall: Vertical or horizontal slats, possibly with corner posts. Record the internal and external heights.
• Lid: Secured with nails, a hinged lid, or a steel band. Indicate how to open it when the customer receives it.
• Machine brace/knee brace: The machine's support points and bolt holes are secure. Without bracing, heavy loads placed on the thin slats will puncture the floor.

When manufacturing plywood, ask the customer and inquire whether ISPM 15 applies to that particular panel. Do not mix plywood with acacia wood strips on the drawing without noting it.

Hoang Gia accepts orders for manufacturing based on provided drawings.

Royal Company has a form Custom manufacturing On the website. A factory producing 2-way/4-way acacia wood pallets in Ho Nai, Dong Nai. We also manufacture wooden pallets for export: We accept orders for machining services based on provided drawings.Do not use this article as a catalog for ready-made boxes.

Minimum drawing requirements:

• Length × Width × Height (inner and outer) (mm).
• Lifting direction: 2-way or 4-way.
• Thickness of side slats, bottom slats, type of lid (nailed/open lid).
• Loading points, machine support points, bolt holes if any.
• The market is open to receiving ISPM 15 or not.
• Sample photos of the old shipment (if available).

Without a drawing, the workshop couldn't guess the "large size" of the crate. Flat pallets were readily available on the product page. Wooden pallet crates for export shipments were packaged one by one according to the picture.

Documents for ordering wooden pallet crates for export shipments.

Send it once, no need to edit it midway:

1. PDF/CAD drawings, or photos with dimensions. 2. Number of packages, shipbuilding schedule. 3. Wood species (acacia or other wood). 4. ISPM 15, CO, CQ — inquire beforehand. 5. Delivery point: Ho Nai shipyard or your warehouse/port.

Prices are not listed in VND. Crates require more wood and labor than flat pallets on the same surface area — the amount will be quoted on the invoice. Contact: woodhoanggia.com/contact or page Custom pallet manufacturing.

The factory only needs flat pallets for export: order according to specifications. export wooden pallet standards, don't mistake it for a barrel.

Common mistakes when ordering wooden pallet crates for export: sending photos without dimensions; writing "large size"; fumigating after the goods have been packed; assigning the lead time of a flat pallet to the crate. Corrections should be made on the order form before the lumber mill starts cutting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between wooden crates and pallets used for export shipping?

The difference lies in the sides and lid. A pallet is a platform with legs. A wooden pallet crate is a package placed on those legs, with the goods inside the wooden walls. Forklifts can still access the legs. Orders must have drawings; don't just take the specifications of a flat pallet and tell the factory to "add more crates."

Does Hoang Gia sell wooden pallet crates?

This post does not guarantee that boxes are readily available. The form site has a custom manufacturing option. The factory accepts custom orders upon receiving a drawing. Required components: send measurements, sample photos, and market requirements. If flat pallets are needed: select items from the product page.

Is fumigation of wooden pallet crates mandatory?

Export shipments to many countries must be treated with ISPM 15 and stamped with IPPC—including sides, lids, and feet. Domestic shipments are generally not required to do so. The US provides guidance on wood packing on the USDA APHIS website. Specify the market on the label; do not fumigate after packing.

Should we use acacia wood or other types of wood for making wooden pallets?

Acacia wood is the type of wood that Hoang Gia workshop uses to make pallets. Acacia wood can be used for pallets according to the design if the slat width meets the load requirements. If the customer specifies a different type of wood, please indicate it on the design, and the workshop will confirm whether it can be made. Do not write "mixed wood".

How long does it take to receive the wooden pallet crates after submitting the drawings?

There is no fixed number of days. It depends on the complexity of the package, quantity, whether fumigation is required, and the factory schedule. Send the drawings early and ask about the schedule on the order form. Do not use the lead time for flat pallets for wooden pallets used in export shipments.