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Pallet Requirements 2026
Florida Pallet Supply • Updated 2026-04-07
Florida Pallet Supply • Updated 2026-04-07
Dollar General and Dollar Tree are two of the largest retailers in the US by store count, with over 19,000 and 16,000 locations respectively. Both operate high-velocity, cost-sensitive supply chains that put strict requirements on pallet condition, size, and labeling. Suppliers who fail pallet compliance face chargebacks, rejection, or delisting.
Dollar General's distribution network operates on GMA-compliant 48x40 pallets. Key requirements for DG suppliers:
| Requirement | Dollar General Standard |
|---|---|
| Pallet Size | 48x40 GMA standard |
| Pallet Condition | Grade A or better - no broken boards, protruding nails, or unstable decking |
| Max Load Height | 60 inches from floor (pallet + product) |
| Max Pallet Weight | 2,500 lb gross |
| Overhang | No more than 1 inch on any side |
| Labeling | GS1-128 carton labels required; pallet label on front-right corner |
| Stretch Wrap | Required - minimum 150% stretch, 3 wraps at base |
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Submit a free quote →After the 2015 merger, Dollar Tree and Family Dollar operate shared DCs with unified pallet specs:
| Requirement | Dollar Tree / Family Dollar |
|---|---|
| Pallet Size | 48x40 GMA standard (4-way entry) |
| Pallet Condition | Grade A recycled or new - no broken stringers or deck boards |
| Max Stack Height | 58 inches total (floor to top of product) |
| Pallet Weight | 2,200 lb max for recycled; 2,800 lb for new GMA |
| Special Requirements | Food items require food-grade pallets (no chemical contact history) |
Both retailers issue chargebacks for pallet non-compliance. Common chargeback triggers: broken or damaged pallets ($25-$75 per pallet), height violations (typically $50-$100 per pallet), missing or incorrect labels, and non-GMA pallet sizes. A single rejected truckload can cost $2,000-$5,000 in chargebacks plus restocking fees. Sourcing Grade A recycled GMA pallets from a reliable supplier eliminates most compliance risk.
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