Certifications & Compliance

Verified Standards You Can Trust

Built to Spec. Certified to Perform

At Hinton Lumber, compliance isn’t a box to check, it’s a standard we live by. From white block pallets for retail to EPAL and CP pallets for international logistics, we manufacture with precision and validate every load. We offer a complete range of certification support, traceability, and documentation to meet customer and regulatory expectations.

White Block Pallets for Retail Standards

Hinton manufactures white pallets, also called white wood pallets, that comply with inbound receiving standards for national club and grocery chains, including Sam’s Club, Costco, and leading regional retailers. These pallets are precision-built with verified block height, footprint, and durability to integrate with automation and reduce load rejections.

Compliant with standard block pallet specs
Painted or tipped for fast warehouse sorting
Moisture-controlled lumber for staging and display
Performance tested for racking and handling

Globally Recognized European Standards

Hinton is certified to produce EPAL 1 and EPAL 3 pallets, built to the strict requirements of the European Pallet Association. These pallets are used in the export, pharmaceutical, chemical, and supply chain automation industries, offering standardized performance and traceable production credentials.

EPAL license with stamp validation
Verified fasteners, block spacing, and deck pattern
Heat-treated and ISPM-15 compliant
Accepted throughout European logistics networks

Pallets for the Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sectors

We manufacture and label CP1 through CP9 pallets, approved for use in chemical manufacturing, industrial packaging, and pharmaceutical logistics. All CP pallets are built to published CEFIC standards, offering safety and spec conformity for sensitive loads.

Certified dimensions and fastener patterns
Export-ready with traceable production records
Suitable for drums, bags, and rigid containers
Batch labeling and optional QR coding

ISPM-15 Certification for Global Movement

All Hinton facilities are certified to apply ISPM-15 heat treatment for wood packaging exported internationally. Pallets are stamped with verified marks and include documentation upon request.

In-house heat treatment chambers
Moisture testing and drying protocols
HT marks and audit-ready stamp logs
Suitable for all global ports of entry

Supporting Responsible Sourcing and Environmental Standards

Upon customer request, we offer the ability to produce pallets sourced and manufactured under globally recognized sustainability standards. These certifications support ESG goals, corporate compliance programs, and third-party verification efforts.

FSC® – Forest Stewardship Council-certified wood supply available upon request
SFI® – Sustainable Forestry Initiative-compliant sourcing available
PALC – Participation in the Pallet Association’s Leadership in Compliance program for lifecycle reporting and responsible forestry

Ready for Audit. Built for Trust

We maintain batch records, heat treatment logs, and certificate archives to ensure smooth compliance reviews, spec verification, and customer audits. Need help qualifying a vendor or certifying a new pallet type? We’re ready to support you.