Japanese Plastic Pallets
R-1 & RE1210-1 — Direct from Chiba Factory to Asia
Two flagship Japan-made one-way export pallets, manufactured exclusively at our Chiba Factory with 10+ years of consistent export experience. Container-and-packaging PCR (post-consumer recycled) material, 4-way entry, single-deck flat-top, 1000kg load capacity. 300,000-400,000 units produced annually at our Chiba Factory; approximately 20,000 R-1 pallets per year exported to Taiwan alone. Heavyweight yet lowest-priced and high-strength — a unique market position. Honest disclosure on PCR material characteristic odor included.
Plastic Pallet Co., Ltd. exports two flagship Japan-made one-way pallets to all major Asian markets — R-1 (1100×1100×140mm, 18.5kg) and RE1210-1 / Eh-1210-4 (1200×1000×150mm, 20kg). Both are manufactured exclusively at our Chiba Factory with 10+ years of export experience, using container-and-packaging PCR material, 4-way entry, single-deck flat-top construction, and rated for 1000kg load capacity. We produce 300,000 to 400,000 units annually at this single facility and export approximately 20,000 R-1 pallets per year to Taiwan alone. Our differentiating strength: heavyweight yet lowest-priced with high strength and stable quality. We ship in FCL container 3-lot minimum, CFR Incoterm, T/T 100% pre-payment, with 4-6 week lead times to Asian destination ports.
Product Snapshot
Chiba Factory · 10+ Years of Export Experience
In a market where many manufacturers offer samples but no real volume history, our R-1 / RE1210-1 series has 10+ years of consistent production and export from our Chiba Factory, with annual output of 300,000 to 400,000 units.
A decade of continuous production has delivered stable appearance, strength, and quality, with proven applicability across high-strength export use, outbound shipment, storage, and even simple rental applications. Our Asia export volume is led by approximately 20,000 R-1 pallets per year continuously supplied to Taiwan, with steady inquiries from Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia. The pallets are optimized for FIBC bag and paper sack heavyweight transport, with extensive proven local handling experience throughout Asia.
The Unique Position: Heavyweight, Yet Lowest-Priced and High-Strength
The export pallet market generally races toward weight reduction. Our R-1 (18.5kg) and RE1210-1 (20kg) take the opposite approach: deliberately retaining weight to deliver strength, durability, and price competitiveness simultaneously — an exceptionally rare position in the industry.
Strength Through Weight
The 1000kg load capacity achieved through sufficient wall thickness and rigidity is something thinner, lighter pallets simply cannot match. Confidently handles FIBC bags, paper sacks, rice bags, and other heavyweight payloads.
Heavy, Yet Lowest-Priced
Normally weight equals resin volume equals cost, but by leveraging container-and-packaging PCR material, we maintain weight while achieving lowest-tier export pricing. The result: a heavier, stronger pallet that costs less than virgin-material lightweight competitors — an inverted economic structure.
Stable Appearance, Strength, Quality
Ten-plus years of production at our Chiba Factory has all but eliminated lot-to-lot variation in appearance, strength, and quality. Ideal for procurement teams who must minimize claim risk on export shipments.
Multi-Application Track Record
Beyond export use, the pallets are proven in outbound shipping, warehouse storage, and even simple rental applications. Demonstrated durability for multi-cycle use, not just single-trip disposal.
Honest Disclosure — Characteristic Odor of Container-and-Packaging PCR Material
To build long-term trust with our overseas buyers, we prioritize honest disclosure of product characteristics — including the less-favorable ones. R-1 and RE1210-1 use container-and-packaging recycled (PCR) plastic material, which means they do have a distinct odor compared to virgin-material pallets. This is not unique to R-1 or RE1210-1; it is a common characteristic of all PCR-based plastic pallets on the market.
NOT suitable for: Direct food contact, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and precision electronic components sensitive to volatile compounds.
Used without issue for: General industrial products, chemicals, building materials, textiles, bagged agricultural products (FIBC bags, rice bags, etc.). In our 10+ years of export experience, we have not encountered major complaints arising from the odor.
Recommended action: We strongly recommend obtaining a physical sample first to evaluate the odor level for your specific use case. LCL sample shipment is possible but freight charges can be high — local sample inspection through your agent is also effective.
Why disclose this openly? Because letting buyers find out after arrival creates a far worse outcome than putting it on the table up front. The "heavyweight yet lowest-priced and high-strength" advantages of container-recycled pallets come with this trade-off. Buyers who understand and accept it become long-term partners — and that is exactly why our 10+ year export track record has remained intact.
Who This Is For
These pallets are designed for shippers, procurement teams, and overseas-expanding manufacturers who move volume in containers. Specifically:
- Trading companies and manufacturers seeking to reduce pallet cost on Asia-bound export cargo
- Overseas buyers in Taiwan, Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia who value made-in-Japan reliability
- Shippers handling heavyweight FIBC bag, paper sack, and rice bag overseas transport
- Companies wanting to leverage PCR transparency under Japan's container-and-packaging recycling law for ESG / CSR reporting
- Procurement departments needing stable supply at FCL container scale
- Rental and logistics companies seeking pallets versatile enough for export, outbound shipping, storage, and simple rental
- Large-volume buyers and QA managers who prioritize stable appearance, strength, and quality
Conversely, NOT Recommended for the Following
For full transparency, these are the use cases where our pallets are not the right choice:
- Direct food contact (use food-safety-compliant virgin-material pallets)
- Pharmaceutical and cosmetic transport / storage (use GMP-compliant pallets)
- Packaging of precision electronics or semiconductor parts sensitive to odor
- Drive-in racking and automated storage systems (excessive structural loads not supported)
- Odor-free, sterile, or cleanroom environments
For these applications, we are happy to introduce virgin-material pallets from other manufacturers — please feel free to consult with us.
Product Lineup
| Model | Dimensions | Weight | Load | Entry | Material | Production |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-1 | 1100×1100×140mm | 18.5kg | 1000kg | 4-way | Container-PKG PCR | Chiba Factory |
| RE1210-1 / Eh-1210-4 | 1200×1000×150mm | 20kg | 1000kg | 4-way | Container-PKG PCR | Chiba Factory |
R-1 Pallet — 1100×1100×140mm (Asian Standard Size)
R-1 Plastic Pallet — 1100×1100×140mm
Asian standard size · ~20,000 units/year exported to Taiwan
The R-1 is a Japan-made one-way export pallet optimized for the 1100×1100mm Asian standard size. Made from container-and-packaging PCR material and produced in single-source manufacturing at our Chiba Factory, with 10+ years of export experience. Approximately 20,000 units per year are exported to Taiwan alone. The single-deck flat-top design is optimized for heavyweight payloads such as FIBC bags, paper sacks, and rice bags — and a decade of continuous production has yielded consistently stable appearance, strength, and quality.
The flat-top construction minimizes load damage when transporting FIBC bags and paper sacks. The 1100×1100mm size is the most widely circulated standard in Asia (Taiwan, Korea, Southeast Asia), with excellent compatibility with local warehouse equipment, racking, and truck beds.
Application limits: Not suitable for drive-in racking or automated storage systems (excessive load).
Pricing: For large-lot inquiries, we offer aggressive export pricing. Get a quote to compare cost-performance against any competitor on the market.
RE1210-1 / Eh-1210-4 Pallet — 1200×1000×150mm (ISO Standard Size)
RE1210-1 / Eh-1210-4 Pallet — 1200×1000×150mm
ISO 1200×1000 footprint compliant · global container compatibility
The RE1210-1 (also known as Eh-1210-4) is a Japan-made one-way export pallet sized to the ISO 1200×1000 footprint. Like R-1, it uses container-and-packaging PCR material and is produced at our Chiba Factory in single-source manufacturing. This is the global standard size widely adopted for European and ASEAN export, with exceptionally high dimensional compatibility with 20-foot and 40-foot ocean containers. The same decade of manufacturing know-how delivers stable appearance, strength, and quality.
The ISO 1200×1000mm footprint is the most globally prevalent international standard footprint, used across Europe, ASEAN, South America, and the Middle East. High dimensional compatibility with ocean containers maximizes loading efficiency for both 20-foot and 40-foot units.
Application limits: Not suitable for drive-in racking or automated storage systems (excessive load).
Pricing: For large-lot inquiries, we offer aggressive export pricing. Get a quote to compare cost-performance against any competitor on the market.
How to Choose Between R-1 and RE1210-1
Both models share identical core specifications — Chiba Factory production, container-and-packaging PCR material, 4-way entry, single-deck, 1000kg load capacity. Choose based on destination market and cargo profile.
| Item | R-1 | RE1210-1 / Eh-1210-4 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1100×1100×140mm | 1200×1000×150mm |
| Standard category | Asian standard size | ISO 1200×1000 (global standard) |
| Weight | 18.5kg | 20kg |
| Load capacity | 1000kg | 1000kg |
| Entry direction | 4-way | 4-way |
| Construction | Single-deck / Flat-top | Single-deck / Flat-top |
| Material | Container-PKG PCR | Container-PKG PCR |
| Production | Chiba Factory (10+ years) | Chiba Factory (10+ years) |
| Main destinations | Taiwan · Korea · Southeast Asia | Europe · ASEAN · global |
| Best applications | FIBC bags · paper sacks · rice bags · heavy loads | 20ft/40ft container loading efficiency |
| Application track record | Export · outbound · storage · simple rental | Export · outbound · storage · simple rental |
| Characteristic odor | Yes (common to all PCR pallets) | Yes (common to all PCR pallets) |
| Not suitable for | Drive-in racks · AS/RS · food contact · pharma | Drive-in racks · AS/RS · food contact · pharma |
| Export track record | ~20,000 units/year to Taiwan | Domestic hit (Japan 2025 logistics issue) |
Recommended Model by Application
Export to Taiwan, Korea, Southeast Asia
The Asian standard 1100×1100mm R-1 is the natural choice. It is the model behind the bulk of our export track record, with the most local handling experience among receivers. Approximately 20,000 units per year are continuously supplied to Taiwan alone.
Export to Europe, North America, ASEAN
The ISO 1200×1000-compliant RE1210-1 is recommended. High dimensional compatibility with 20ft / 40ft ocean containers and smoother handling at major international logistics hubs.
Heavy loads (FIBC, paper sacks, rice bags)
Both models handle the 1000kg flat-top requirement. Pick based on destination convention. Track record for rice bag and FIBC transport is strongest with R-1.
Maximize 40ft container loading efficiency
The model with highest dimensional fit to 20ft / 40ft ocean container standards is RE1210-1. Higher pallets-per-container yields directly translate to lower per-unit transport cost.
ESG / CSR · Recycled Content Declaration
Both models use container-and-packaging PCR material, so they can be incorporated into Post-Consumer Recycled Content claims for Recycled Content Declarations. Effective for EU PPWR compliance and Scope 3 reporting at Japanese and multinational firms.
Buyers seeking simple, transparent terms
We standardize on CFR Incoterm and T/T 100% pre-payment only. Without L/C handling fees and complex settlement processes, we deliver competitive pricing focused purely on the product itself. The simplicity is itself a track record — proven by 10+ years of T/T-only relationships.
Export & Supply Terms
| Item | Standard Term |
|---|---|
| MOQ | 3 FCL containers (40ft) minimum per single model. Mixed-model containers (R-1 + RE1210-1) NOT accepted — each model requires 3-container lot orders. |
| Test samples | LCL (less than container load) sample shipment is technically possible, but plastic pallets are low-priced, high-volume goods, so LCL freight charges often exceed the value of the sample products themselves by a wide margin. We strongly recommend full FCL inquiries whenever possible. |
| Lead time | 4-6 weeks from order confirmation to CFR destination port (including ocean freight). Hybrid stock + production runs available for time-critical projects. |
| Incoterms | CFR (Cost and Freight to destination port) is the standard. Tell us your destination port and quantity, and we issue a CFR quotation. |
| Loading ports | Tokyo Port, Yokohama Port (short inland transport from our Chiba Factory) |
| Major destination ports | Keelung / Kaohsiung (Taiwan), Busan / Incheon (Korea), Ho Chi Minh / Hai Phong (Vietnam), Laem Chabang (Thailand), Tanjung Priok (Indonesia), Hong Kong, Singapore |
| Documents | Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading (B/L) only |
| Payment | T/T (Telegraphic Transfer) only · 100% pre-payment before shipment. We do NOT accept L/C (Letter of Credit). Plastic pallets are low-margin, low-priced commodities, and L/C-related fees would erode the price competitiveness that makes our offering attractive in the first place. |
Logistics Advantage of Single-Site Chiba Factory Production
Both models are produced in single-source manufacturing at our Chiba Factory for over 10 years, which means inland transport to loading ports (Tokyo, Yokohama) is a short-haul leg only. This translates directly to lower domestic transport cost, shorter lead times, and reduced CO2 emissions, all of which feed into competitive CFR pricing. The "single-site, single-management" transparency — absent in multi-site competitors — is also a strong ESG / CSR talking point with stable appearance, strength, and quality across years.
Why Plastic Pallet Co., Ltd.
Founded in 2014, we are a Japanese plastic pallet specialist trading company handling new pallets, recycled raw materials, used pallets, and logistics materials in an integrated business model. Our export deal closure rate is high, and an increasing number of overseas buyers contact us by direct nomination.
10+ Years Export Track Record
Over a decade of production and export from our Chiba Factory, with steady annual output of 300,000-400,000 units. Lot-to-lot variation in appearance, strength, and quality is minimal.
~20,000 Units/Year to Taiwan
Continuous supply of approximately 20,000 R-1 pallets per year to Taiwan. Not a "sample-stage overseas pitch" — this is access to an actively running supply chain.
Heavyweight, Low-Priced, High-Strength
Unlike competitors racing toward weight reduction, we deliberately retain weight to deliver 1000kg load and stable quality — at lowest-tier export pricing. A unique market position.
Honest Disclosure Mindset
PCR characteristic odor, application limits, L/C policy — we disclose everything that could otherwise become a complaint. Long-term trust comes from putting the cards on the table up front.
Direct Talks with the Representative Director
Inquiries and quotations are answered directly by the Representative Director within 48 hours. No multi-layer sales chain, no translation loss.
Summary
Plastic Pallet Co., Ltd.'s R-1 (1100×1100×140mm, 18.5kg) and RE1210-1 / Eh-1210-4 (1200×1000×150mm, 20kg) are the two flagship Japan-made one-way export pallets, manufactured exclusively at our Chiba Factory with 10+ years of consistent production and export experience. Both models share the same core specs — container-and-packaging PCR material, 4-way entry, single-deck, 1000kg load capacity — and differ only in dimensions and use case alignment.
| Model | Profile | Main destinations | Track record |
|---|---|---|---|
| R-1 | 1100×1100mm Asian standard | Taiwan · Korea · Southeast Asia | ~20,000 units/year to Taiwan |
| RE1210-1 | 1200×1000mm ISO global standard | Europe · ASEAN · global | Japan 2025 logistics-issue domestic hit |
10+ years of Chiba Factory export experience, 300,000-400,000 unit annual production, and the unique heavyweight-yet-lowest-priced-and-high-strength position. This is competitive ground that "sample-only" manufacturers simply cannot stand on. Versatile across export, outbound shipping, storage, and simple rental (excluding drive-in racking and automated storage). We work in 3-FCL-container-minimum orders, CFR Incoterm, T/T 100% pre-payment. Tell us your destination port and target volume, and we will reply with aggressive export pricing engineered to outcompete your current options on cost-performance.
Request a Quote or Sample
Replies within 48 hours, in English or Japanese, directly from our Japan headquarters (Abiko City, Chiba). For inquiries of 3 FCL containers or more, share your destination port and target quantity — we issue a model recommendation and CFR-port quotation. Our terms are simple: CFR · T/T 100% pre-payment. For large-lot deals, we offer aggressive export pricing.
