Export packaging decisions often start with one simple question: how to reduce costs. Choosing pallets instead of crates in international transport often seems like a smart way to cut costs. A lower price and faster packing time are tempting, especially when “we’ve always done it this way.” But in reality, this decision can turn out to be one of the most expensive in your entire logistics process.
Why Lower Export Packaging Cost Doesn’t Mean Lower Transport Cost
A lower export packaging cost does not mean a lower total transport cost. Pallets provide limited protection – without side and top coverage, your goods are exposed to impacts, pressure, and shifting loads during transshipments, container loading, and stacking. Every additional handling step increases the risk of mechanical damage. Proper export packaging protects goods throughout international transport.
Export Packaging Risks: Pallets vs Crates in International Transport
When goods are packed on pallets, they lack full protection against external factors. During transport and handling, they are exposed to impacts and shifting loads. In maritime or humid environments, insufficient packaging can lead to corrosion, surface damage, or even deformation of delicate components. Every transshipment and every move increases the risk of scratches, dents, and structural failures.
Crates, on the other hand, provide complete mechanical protection and stability throughout sea and road transport. They shield goods from environmental conditions and handling stress, ensuring that your products arrive in perfect condition. A slightly higher packaging cost often means significantly lower risk and greater savings in the long run.
How INPRO Supports Safe and Cost-Effective Packaging
At INPRO, we don’t recommend what looks cheapest on paper. We advise solutions that are safe, compliant, and cost-effective over time. Before you decide, remember: one packaging choice can determine the success or failure of your entire shipment.
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Author: Wiktoria from KADOR
