What are recycled pallets and where do they come from?

Recycled pallets—also called reconditioned or second-use pallets—are wooden pallets that have already completed one or more transport cycles and, instead of being discarded, are recovered and put back into service. At BestPack Solutions we collect them through pallet-recovery programs, inspect them piece by piece, and repair or replace damaged deck boards and stringers until their original strength is restored.

The result is a functional, safe pallet at a considerably lower price than a new one. That's why they're the preferred choice for companies that move large volumes and need to control cost per trip without compromising their operation.

How much do you save compared with a new pallet?

Typical savings range from 30% to 50% versus a new pallet, depending on inventory availability, quality grade (A or B) and size. For in-plant flows, storage and domestic shipments, those savings translate directly into lower logistics costs. For a deeper comparison, we recommend our guide New vs. Recycled Pallets: Which One Should You Buy?, where we break down when each option makes sense.

Sustainability: wood, waste and the circular economy

Reusing pallets is one of the simplest, most measurable ways to reduce your supply chain's environmental footprint. Every reconditioned pallet extends the service life of the wood, keeps it out of the landfill and reduces demand for new trees. It's the circular economy applied to logistics: getting the most out of a resource before retiring it from the cycle.

BestPack Total Warranty: we repair your pallets at no cost when they get damaged, extending their service life even further. Recycling and repairing is at the heart of our sustainability proposition.

When is a new pallet the better choice over a recycled one?

Recycled pallets are perfect for domestic and in-plant use, but if your load is very heavy, your shipment is bound for export, or you need heat treatment (HT) under NOM-144 / ISPM 15, a new or certified pallet is the right call. Explore our full range of wooden pallets or, if you're in the Bajío region, our pallets in San Luis Potosí. Our packaging engineering team helps you choose the most cost-effective option for every case.