Chile Plastic Pallets Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

Chile Plastic Pallets Market Growth

The plastic pallets market in Chile is witnessing an increasing demand from end-use sectors including food and beverages, construction, and pharmaceuticals due to its advantageous features such as durability, hygiene, and recyclability. Plastic pallets are commonly used in logistics for transporting furniture, including flat-packed pieces, assembled items, and bulky goods such as mattresses and sofas.

The logistics sector in Chile is largely driven by the rising demand for commodities, boost in trade, and the need for effective supply chain solutions. In 2023, Chile exported USD 94.9 billion worth of goods, increasing from USD 68.7 billion in 2019. Chile’s top export partners were China with 39.4% share followed by the United States with 13.9% of the market.

Further, Chile has a developed food processing industry that generates USD 23.3 billion annually and is forecast to grow by 35 percent by 2030. Moreover, there are growing opportunities for exporting food products in the country. In fact, Chile is the third-largest market in South America for U.S. agricultural products.

Figure: Logistics Performance Index (LPI) of Chile, 2018 and 2022

Key Trends and Developments

Chile Plastic Pallets Market Trends

Plastic pallets are designed using strong, non-porous materials like polypropylene (PP), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), copolymer blends, and other plastics. These pallets are long-lasting, versatile, and hygienic, making them ideal for end use markets, like food service and the medical and pharmaceutical sector. Chile is a significant importer and exporter of pharmaceutical products. During 2019-2023, Chilean export of pharmaceuticals accounted for 6.5% of total imports. In 2023, its FOB value was USD 203.645 million, with 55% of exports corresponding to Saval, Synthon, and Bago Laboratories. During 2023, total pharmaceutical product imports in Chile in CIF value stood at USD 2,246.774 million.

Chile’s main agricultural exports include fresh fruit, dairy, salmon, wine, pork, poultry, and forestry products. The growing Chilean export market aids the demand for plastic pallets due to their durability and hygienic benefits. Plastic pallets are light weight, offering cost savings during transportation, especially for exports, where weight is a crucial factor.

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Chile Plastic Pallets Industry Segmentation

Chile Plastic Pallets Market Share

Based on type, stackable accounts for a significant share of the market

Stackable pallets are typically used to carry heavier loads and are widely adopted in warehousing, processing, and manufacturing environments. The Port of Talcahuano has two warehouses and 33,000 sq m of storage space, while Port of Iquique has nine warehouses, and the Port of Arica has warehouses spanning 28,000 sq m.

Rackable pallets are designed with solid plastic top and are typically found in a standard 48x40 size. Due to the heavy-duty nature, rackable pallets have a longer shelf life and more reusable.

Based on end use, the food and beverage sector is a major contributor to the Chile plastic pallets market revenue

In 2023, Chile had 98,890 food processing companies. According to Foreign Investment Agency of Chile, about 54% of the food produced in Chile is set aside for domestic consumption, and 46% is exported to over 180 countries worldwide. The presence of a significant food export environment in Chile is catering to a demand for plastic pellets for logistics purposes.

The expansion of e-commerce sector in Chile is contributing to the growth of consumer durables market. In 2022, cosmetics and body care products contributed to 26% of the total products purchased online. Pallets are widely adopted in warehouses as it allows for easy stacking and arrangement, allowing for the efficient use of vertical space.

Leading Players in the Chile Plastic Pallets Market

Other notable players operating in the Chile plastic pallets market are Brambles Limited (CHEP), Matriplast, Soliplast S.A., and IFCO SYSTEMS GmbH, among others.