The Port of Baltimore is the dominant export port for Mid-Atlantic manufactured goods and the primary Mid-Atlantic vehicle import port. With over 52 million tons of cargo annually, Baltimore handles significant volumes of coal (primary US export through Baltimore), grain, vehicles (BMW, Mercedes, Subaru, VW, Land Rover), and containerized goods. ISPM-15 pallets are required for all international wood packaging at Baltimore's Seagirt and Dundalk marine terminals. Maryland exporters -- particularly manufacturers in the defense, food, and chemical sectors -- rely on ISPM-15 certified pallets and documentation for every international shipment.
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Standard pallet requirement: ISPM-15 heat-treated GMA 48x40 (HT stamp required); new block pallets for high-value cargo; documentation mandatory.
Compliance frameworks: USDA APHIS (ISPM-15), CBP (US Customs), destination country phytosanitary requirements, CITES for certain materials.
Typical load range: 500 lbs (specialty goods) to 3,000 lbs (consumer goods, industrial components).
2026 Maryland Pallet Pricing
| Pallet Type | Grade | Price Per Unit (MD) | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| GMA 48x40 Stringer | A (Near-New) | $13 - $18 | Retail-bound, food-grade, export |
| GMA 48x40 Stringer | B (Light Use) | $7 - $12 | Internal, non-retail outbound |
| GMA 48x40 Stringer | C (Economy) | $3 - $6 | Ground-level staging, one-way |
| Block Pallet (New) | New | $28 - $42 | GDP pharma, automotive, heavy industrial |
| ISPM-15 Heat Treated | A or New | +$4 - $7 | International export through Port of Baltimore (52M+ tons/year) |
Pricing reflects delivered truckload rates to Maryland. Load range for import / export: 500 lbs (specialty goods) to 3,000 lbs (consumer goods, industrial components).
Pallet Types for Maryland Import / Export Operations
ISPM-15 Heat Treated (HT)
Mandatory for all wood pallet materials in international trade; 56C core for 30 min; IPPC stamp required
New Block Pallets (HT)
Preferred for high-value exports; 4-way entry for port handling equipment; documentation available
Fumigated (MB) -- AVOID
Methyl bromide fumigation is phased out; MB-stamped pallets are not acceptable for food/organic exports and increasingly rejected globally
Treatment Certificates
We provide ISPM-15 treatment documentation for all heat-treated pallet orders -- required for US Customs and foreign port entry
Maryland Import / Export Market Overview
Port of Baltimore's Seagirt Marine Terminal (operated by Ports America) handles containerized cargo; Dundalk Marine Terminal handles RoRo vehicles and breakbulk. Key export volumes: coal (Curtis Bay), grain (elevator at Port of Baltimore), vehicles (BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, VW, Land Rover imports), and defense/government cargo. USDA APHIS and CBP both inspect at Baltimore terminals.
Key customers and operations: Port of Baltimore freight forwarders, vehicle import processors (BMW, Mercedes, VW), Maryland grain exporters, defense logistics contractors, Maryland manufacturers exporting internationally.
Port Access & ISPM-15 Availability
For import / export operations shipping internationally through Maryland, we supply ISPM-15 certified heat-treated pallets with documented treatment certificates. Primary port served: Port of Baltimore (52M+ tons/year).
Maryland Coverage
Delivery area: All 24 Maryland counties; next-day Port of Baltimore and Baltimore metro; 2-3 days Eastern Shore; ISPM-15 available.
Browse our All 24 Maryland Counties directory for county-level information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Import / Export operations in Maryland typically require ISPM-15 heat-treated GMA 48x40 (HT stamp required); new block pallets for high-value cargo; documentation mandatory. Port of Baltimore's Seagirt Marine Terminal (operated by Ports America) handles containerized cargo; Dundalk Marine Terminal handles RoRo vehicles and breakbulk. Key export volumes: coal (Curtis Bay), grain (elevator at Port of Baltimore), vehicles (BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Subaru, VW, Land Rover imports), and defense/government cargo. USDA APHIS and CBP both inspect at Baltimore terminals.
1-2 days throughout Maryland. Contact us at (888) 271-7771 or submit a quote request for your specific Maryland location -- we'll confirm lead time and availability same business day.
We provide supplier conformance letters confirming pallet grade, species, and treatment type for all orders. For pharmaceutical orders, batch documentation is available. For export orders, ISPM-15 treatment certificates are provided. USDA APHIS (ISPM-15), CBP (US Customs), destination country phytosanitary requirements, CITES for certain materials.
Full truckload orders (approximately 560-580 GMA 48x40 pallets on a standard 53-foot trailer) qualify for best pricing. We accommodate smaller quantities for established customers. Contact us to discuss your volume requirements for Maryland delivery.