The factors that affect the price of plastic pallets
Source: kuda 2025-05-19
As an important tool in modern logistics transportation, the price of plastic pallets is influenced by various factors, including raw material costs, production processes, market demand, etc. Understanding these factors can help businesses make more rational decisions when making purchases.
The main influencing factors of plastic tray prices
1. Fluctuations in raw material prices
The main raw materials for plastic pallets include petrochemical products such as polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP), and their prices are greatly affected by the international crude oil market. When crude oil prices rise, the cost of plastic pellets also increases, leading to an increase in pallet production costs, ultimately reflected in the terminal selling price. In addition, the proportion of recycled plastic used can also affect prices, and environmentally friendly recycled material trays may have higher costs.
2. Production process and specifications
Injection molding vs. blow molding: Injection molded trays have high strength and durability, but higher production costs; Blow molded trays are relatively lightweight and have a lower price.
Structural design: Trays with different structures such as nine legged, Sichuan shaped, and Tian shaped have different materials and load-bearing capacities, resulting in significant price differences.
Weight and size: Heavy duty pallets (such as carrying more than 2 tons) are more expensive than light pallets, and special customized sizes can also increase costs.
3. Market demand and supply relationship
Seasonal demand: For example, before the peak season of e-commerce (such as "Double 11"), the demand for pallets surges, which may lead to short-term price increases.
Regional supply and demand differences: Industrial intensive areas (such as the Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta) are fiercely competitive, and prices may be lower; Remote areas have higher transportation costs and higher prices.
4. Policies and environmental requirements
Environmental regulations for plastic products in various countries, such as China's "plastic restriction order" and the EU REACH regulation, may require companies to use biodegradable materials or increase recycling costs, thereby driving up prices.
5. Brand and after-sales service
The trays of well-known brands such as Lijia and Jibao usually have a premium of 10% -20% due to quality assurance and comprehensive after-sales service. Products from small and medium-sized manufacturers may have lower prices, but their durability and after-sales support are weaker.
The price of plastic pallets is the result of multiple factors working together. When purchasing, enterprises should comprehensively evaluate costs, quality, and long-term usage needs, rather than simply pursuing low prices.
2025-05-19
