Costco pallet requirements
Costco Structural Packaging Specification (official). STRICTEST: BLOCK pallets only (iGPS/PECO/CHEP) - GMA/stringer NOT accepted. Low 58in height cap. Verify current spec.
| Spec | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Pallet / base | 48×40" — BLOCK pallet only (iGPS/PECO/CHEP) - GMA/stringer NOT accepted |
| Max height | 58" (incl. pallet) |
| Max weight | 2,500 lb (incl. pallet) |
| Max overhang | 0.0" |
| Max box weight | 50 lb |
| Max box side | 48" |
Hard rules
- 48x40 BLOCK pallet only (iGPS/PECO/CHEP) - GMA/stringer rejected
- <=58in tall including the 5.5in pallet (~52.5in product)
- <=2500 lb including pallet
- no overhang; underhang floor 44x37in
- master carton <=50 lb hand-lift
- stretch-wrap >=0.79 gauge, 3x wraps to pallet bottom; no metal strapping
Conditional / varies
- Cooler/Freezer (dept 17/18) and Produce (65) may exceed 52in product height
- load <750lb: bottom carton withstands 1500lb; >751lb: withstands 2500lb
Always verify against the retailer's current routing guide — figures here are for planning.