Palletized Cargo

Palletized cargo refers to a form of cargo where loose goods are neatly stacked in certain quantities on pallets and secured with stretch film, strapping, etc., forming a standardized handling unit for transportation. Usage scenarios: suitable for full container load (FCL) or less than container load (LCL) transport by sea, air, and land, especially common in industries such as electronics, food, and daily necessities that require efficient handling. Precautions: pallet material (wooden pallets require fumigation and IPPC marking), dimensions (e.g., European standard 1200×800mm, American standard 1200×1000mm), and load capacity must comply with destination country requirements; cargo should avoid overhang and uneven weight distribution, and stretch film must be tight to prevent collapse. Difference from 'bulk cargo': bulk cargo has no pallets, resulting in low efficiency for piece-by-piece handling and higher risk of damage; difference from 'nude cargo': nude cargo has no packaging or only simple strapping, making mechanical handling difficult. Palletized cargo can greatly improve loading/unloading efficiency and reduce cargo damage, but it increases volume and weight, potentially affecting container utilization, and wooden pallets may incur additional fumigation costs.