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Pharmaceutical-Grade Pallet Solutions

The pharmaceutical industry operates under the strictest quality standards. Contamination control, traceability, and documentation aren't just preferences—they're regulatory requirements. Your pallet supplier must understand and support these demands.

At First State Pallet Co., we serve pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device companies, and biotech facilities with pallet solutions designed for controlled environments. Our new pallet programs, complete documentation systems, and quality-focused processes make us a trusted partner for pharmaceutical supply chains throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

New Pallets Recommended

For pharmaceutical applications, we recommend new pallets exclusively. This eliminates contamination risks from prior use and ensures complete traceability from manufacture.

Pharmaceutical Pallet Options

Choose from wood or plastic options based on your application requirements, clean room classifications, and regulatory needs.

Recommended

New Pallets Only

Fresh, never-used pallets manufactured specifically for pharmaceutical environments. Eliminates contamination risk from previous use.

  • Zero prior use
  • Clean manufacturing
  • Consistent specs
  • Full traceability

Plastic Pallets

FDA-compliant plastic pallets ideal for clean rooms, controlled environments, and applications requiring sterilization capability.

  • FDA approved materials
  • Washable/sanitizable
  • No particulates
  • Long lifecycle

Heat-Treated Wood

ISPM-15 certified heat-treated wood pallets for export and applications requiring pest elimination without chemical treatments.

  • ISPM-15 certified
  • No chemicals
  • Export compliant
  • Documented

Custom Solutions

Pallets designed to your specifications including exact dimensions, load capacity, and material requirements for specialized applications.

  • Any dimension
  • Load optimization
  • Material choice
  • Engineered design

Compliance & Documentation Support

We understand pharmaceutical documentation requirements and provide the records your quality team needs for supplier qualification and ongoing compliance.

GMP Compatibility

Our pharmaceutical pallets are compatible with Good Manufacturing Practice requirements. We understand the documentation and quality standards GMP environments demand.

Full Traceability

Every pallet can be traced back to its manufacturing lot. Documentation includes production date, materials used, and heat treatment certification when applicable.

Quality Certificates

Certificates of compliance, material specifications, and quality assurance documentation provided upon request for your quality management system.

ISPM-15 Compliance

Heat-treated pallets meeting ISPM-15 international standards for export shipments. Official stamps and documentation included for customs clearance.

Our Quality Assurance Process

Every pallet destined for pharmaceutical customers goes through our quality process.

1

Visual Inspection

Every pallet undergoes visual inspection for cleanliness, damage, and specification compliance before leaving our facility.

2

Dimensional Verification

Dimensions are verified to ensure consistency and compatibility with your racking and automation systems.

3

Material Traceability

Wood and materials sourced from known suppliers. Full material chain of custody available upon request.

4

Contamination Prevention

Pharmaceutical orders are handled separately from general inventory to prevent cross-contamination.

Pharmaceutical Applications We Serve

From manufacturing to distribution, we support pharmaceutical operations at every stage.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Clean pallets for API production, tablet manufacturing, and packaging operations.

Key Requirements
  • New pallets required
  • No contamination risk
  • GMP documentation
  • Consistent quality

Medical Device Companies

Pallets suitable for Class I, II, and III medical device production and distribution.

Key Requirements
  • Clean materials
  • Particle-free
  • Full traceability
  • ISO compliance support

Clinical Supply & Distribution

Supporting clinical trial logistics and pharmaceutical distribution centers.

Key Requirements
  • Temperature compatibility
  • Chain of custody
  • JIT capability
  • Export ready

Biotech & Research

Pallets for biotech facilities, research institutions, and laboratory supply chains.

Key Requirements
  • Contamination control
  • Custom sizing
  • Specialized materials
  • Documentation

Cold Chain Pharma

Pallets engineered for refrigerated and frozen pharmaceutical storage and transport.

Key Requirements
  • Temperature resistant
  • Moisture resistant
  • Racking compatible
  • Cleanable

Contract Manufacturing

Consistent pallet supply for CMOs and CDMOs serving multiple pharmaceutical clients.

Key Requirements
  • Multi-client programs
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Volume scalability
  • Audit support

Working With Pharmaceutical Customers

Our process is designed for the pharmaceutical industry's unique requirements.

1

Qualification

Complete supplier questionnaires and provide documentation for your vendor approval process.

2

Specification

Define pallet specifications, quality requirements, and documentation needs.

3

Quality Agreement

Establish quality agreements and communication protocols as needed.

4

Production

Manufacture or source pallets to your specifications with full traceability.

5

Delivery

Deliver with complete documentation. Ongoing supply with consistent quality.

Pharmaceutical Industry FAQs

Common questions from our pharmaceutical and medical device customers.

Do you only supply new pallets for pharmaceutical customers?

We strongly recommend new pallets for pharmaceutical applications, and most of our pharma customers choose this option. New pallets eliminate contamination risks from prior use and provide complete traceability. However, we can discuss your specific application if you have different requirements.

What documentation do you provide?

We provide certificates of compliance, material specifications, lot traceability documentation, and ISPM-15 heat treatment certificates. Custom documentation can be prepared to support your quality management system and audit requirements.

Can you support pharmaceutical audits?

Yes. Our documentation system is designed to support pharmaceutical quality audits. We can provide supplier questionnaires, quality agreements, and facility information as needed for your qualification process.

Do you offer plastic pallets for clean room use?

Yes. We supply FDA-compliant plastic pallets suitable for clean room environments. Plastic pallets can be washed and sanitized, generate no splinters or particles, and have consistent specifications throughout their lifecycle.

What is your lead time for pharmaceutical orders?

Standard lead time for new pallet orders is 3-5 business days. We maintain inventory of common sizes for faster fulfillment. Emergency same-day service is available for critical needs.

Ready to Discuss Your Pharmaceutical Pallet Needs?

Contact us to discuss your quality requirements, get documentation samples, or start the supplier qualification process. We're ready to support your pharmaceutical operations.

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