Slip Sheets
Kraftliner & HDPE slip sheets - the pallet alternative that saves up to 70% in cost and space.
Slip Sheets - The pallet replacement that saves 60-80% of container space
A slip sheet is a thin underlay of kraftliner paper (0.9-1.5mm thick) or HDPE plastic, placed under the load instead of a pallet and handled by a forklift with a push-pull attachment. Instead of the 140-150mm height of a wooden/plastic pallet, a slip sheet takes only 1-2mm - freeing up 8-12% of container volume, meaning an extra 2-4 tons of goods per sea shipment.
At ICD Vietnam, slip sheets are produced domestically from imported kraftliner, 900-1,500gsm, with or without an HDPE waterproof coating, priced VND 28,000-55,000/sheet (4-9x cheaper than wooden pallets, ISPM-15 fumigation exempt). Request a quote: https://icdvietnam.com.vn/dang-ky-nhan-bao-gia/.
ICD Vietnam slip sheet and accessory range
Slip Sheets price list 2026 (VAT included)
Prices apply to an MOQ of 500 sheets/batch for the common sizes 1,100×1,100mm and 1,200×1,000mm. Orders of 5,000+ sheets have a separate discount policy; orders under 500 sheets are charged at retail (+15-20%).
| Product | Specification | Static load | Price (VND) | Main application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slip sheet 0.9mm non-waterproof | Kraftliner 900gsm | 1,000kg | 28,000/sheet | Domestic transport, dry goods |
| Slip sheet 0.9mm HDPE waterproof | Kraftliner + HDPE | 1,000kg | 55,000/sheet | Sea export, moisture-sensitive goods |
| Slip sheet 1.5mm non-waterproof | Kraftliner 1500gsm | 1,500kg | 45,000/sheet | Heavy goods, domestic warehouse |
| Slip sheet 1.5mm HDPE waterproof | Kraftliner + HDPE | 1,500-1,800kg | 48,000/sheet | Heavy goods for sea export |
| Edge protector TN01 | Kraft V-shape | - | 4,000/piece | Corner protection, paired with slip sheet |
| Edge protector TN part 1 | Kraft 5mm thick | - | 45,000/piece | Pallet banding, heavy edge reinforcement |
| Edge protector TN part 2 | Kraft 3mm, 50x50x1200 | - | 8,500/piece | Standard box edge protection |
Standard sizes: 1,100×1,100mm, 1,200×1,000mm, 1,200×1,200mm. Custom sizes at MOQ 2,000 sheets, 7-10 day production time.
Technical specifications: 0.9mm vs 1.5mm
| Specification | Slip sheet 0.9mm | Slip sheet 1.5mm |
|---|---|---|
| Kraftliner basis weight | 900 gsm | 1,500 gsm |
| Industrial glued layers | 3-4 layers | 5-6 layers |
| Maximum static load | 1,000 kg | 1,500-1,800 kg |
| Maximum dynamic load | 900 kg | 1,200 kg |
| Tensile strength | 350-450 N/m | 600-750 N/m |
| HDPE waterproof coating | 25-40 micron (optional) | 25-40 micron (optional) |
| Standard lip | 75-100mm, 1-2 edges | 75-100mm, 1-2 edges |
| Reusability | 1 time (paper), 2-3 times (HDPE) | 1-2 times |
| Optimal application | Consumer goods, dry food, textiles | Chemical drums, bricks, metal, machinery |
| ASTM D6344 certification | Yes | Yes |
| ISPM-15 (fumigation) | Exempt (not wood) | Exempt (not wood) |
Quick selection rule: goods under 900kg + domestic = 0.9mm standard (28k); sea export = 0.9mm waterproof (55k); goods 1,000-1,500kg = 1.5mm standard (45k); heavy goods + sea export = 1.5mm waterproof (48k).
Slip sheet vs pallet: a direct comparison
| Criteria | Slip sheet 0.9mm waterproof | Standard wooden pallet | Plastic pallet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price/unit | VND 55,000 | VND 250,000-350,000 | VND 450,000-1,200,000 |
| Height taken up | 1-2mm | 140-150mm | 120-160mm |
| Tare weight | 1-2 kg | 20-30 kg | 15-25 kg |
| Extra container volume gained | +8-12% | Baseline | Similar to wood |
| Load/unit of goods | Up to 1,000kg | 1,000-1,500kg | 1,000-2,000kg |
| ISPM-15 export fumigation | 100% exempt | Required, VND 350-500k/pallet | Exempt |
| Number of reuses | 1 time (one-way export) | 5-15 times | 50-100 times |
| Storage space when empty | 1/10-1/15 | Baseline | Similar to wood |
| Equipment required | Push-pull attachment | Standard forklift | Standard forklift |
| Moisture/mold/pest resistance | Yes (HDPE) | No | Yes |
| Reverse logistics (returning empties) | Not needed | Needed | Needed |
Economic summary for one 40HC container of sea-freight export: 20 units of goods x (VND 350,000 wooden pallet + VND 400,000 fumigation) = VND 15 million in carrier cost. The same container using 0.9mm waterproof slip sheets: 20 x VND 55,000 = VND 1.1 million. Saving VND 13.9 million/container, not counting +8-12% cargo volume. See details on the differences between slip sheets and pallets.
Applications by industry and push-pull equipment requirements
Slip sheet industry application table
| Industry | Recommended slip sheet line | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Processed food, rice, dry grains | 0.9mm HDPE waterproof | Resists container rain on 25-40 day sea voyages |
| Textiles, footwear | 0.9mm HDPE waterproof | Light goods, optimizes container volume |
| Furniture, export interiors | 1.5mm waterproof | Heavy goods, shipped to US/EU (ISPM-15) |
| Chemicals, lubricants in drums | 1.5mm waterproof | Concentrated heavy load, needs stability |
| Building materials (brick, tile) | 1.5mm non-waterproof | Heavy load, domestic, price-priority |
| Electronics, tech components | 0.9mm HDPE waterproof | Moisture-sensitive, high value |
| Domestic FMCG consumer goods | 0.9mm non-waterproof | Cost saving, fast turnover |
Push-pull forklift attachment: reference price list
| Type | Load capacity | Price (VND) | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic domestic push-pull | 1,200kg | 60-90 million | Low volume, 5-15 containers/month |
| Standard push-pull | 1,500-2,000kg | 120-180 million | 20-50 containers/month (common) |
| Premium Cascade/Bolzoni push-pull | 2,500kg+ | 220-350 million | High volume, ultra-heavy goods |
| Rent at port (no investment) | Per batch | 800k-1.5M/container | Under 5 containers/month, trial |
Push-pull structure: (1) Platen - a flat metal lifting plate 1,000-1,300mm wide replacing the forklift forks; (2) Gripper bar - a hydraulic clamp bar at the front that grips the slip sheet lip; (3) Push plate - a hydraulically driven rear plate that pushes the goods off. Equipment payback: 8-14 months at 20+ containers/month.
When to use and when NOT to use a slip sheet
| USE a slip sheet when | Do NOT use a slip sheet when |
|---|---|
| One-way export (no empties returned) | High-bay warehouse with fixed pallet racking |
| 25-40 day sea voyage to US/EU/Middle East | Goods circulating domestically many times |
| Goods needing maximum container volume (FMCG, garments, wood) | Ultra-heavy goods over 1,500kg/unit |
| Businesses that have/plan a push-pull investment | Goods with an uneven base, with feet/protruding edges |
| Goods to strict ISPM-15 markets (US, Canada, EU, Australia) | Under 5 containers/month, equipment not yet paid back |
| Businesses short on warehouse space due to empty pallet stock | Customers who explicitly require only wooden/plastic pallets |
For cases where a slip sheet is NOT suitable, ICD Vietnam recommends considering alternative pallet solutions: plastic pallets for racking and internal turnover, wooden pallets for ultra-heavy goods, and pressed-sawdust pallets for custom-size export with ISPM-15 exemption.
Related packaging supplies
| Pallet stretch wrapping machines | Container dunnage air bags | PE pallet wrap film |
| Industrial plastic pallets | ISPM-15 wooden pallets | Pressed-sawdust pallets |
ICD standard export container combo: 0.9mm waterproof slip sheet (base) + TN01 edge protectors (4 corners) + PE film to secure + air bags to fill the end gap in the container. Total carrier cost about VND 80-120k/unit of goods, 60-70% lower than a traditional wooden-pallet combo.
Frequently asked questions about slip sheets
1. What is a slip sheet and how does it differ from a pallet?
A slip sheet is a thin underlay (0.9-1.5mm) of kraftliner paper or HDPE plastic, placed under the load instead of a pallet. The core difference: a pallet has feet for forklift forks to enter, while a flat slip sheet needs a push-pull attachment to pull and slide it. A slip sheet is 4-9x cheaper, 15-20x lighter, and takes 1mm instead of 150mm of height.
2. What investment is needed to switch to slip sheets?
You need a push-pull attachment fitted to a forklift. Prices: VND 60-90 million (basic 1,200kg), VND 120-180 million (standard 1,500-2,000kg), VND 220-350 million (premium Cascade/Bolzoni). Or rent the service at port for VND 800k-1.5M/container if volume is low. Equipment payback is 8-14 months from 20 containers/month.
3. How much weight does a 0.9mm slip sheet hold?
Maximum static load 1,000kg, maximum dynamic load 900kg. The 1.5mm line rises to 1,500-1,800kg static and 1,200kg dynamic. Note: the load must be evenly distributed, not point-concentrated. Goods with sharp feet/protruding edges can tear the slip sheet even when total weight is low.
4. When is an HDPE waterproof slip sheet mandatory?
Mandatory in 4 cases: (1) sea export voyages over 15 days; (2) passing through high-humidity climates; (3) moisture-sensitive goods (wood, electronics, textiles, pharmaceuticals, food); (4) outdoor/open-roof storage. The non-waterproof type only suits dry domestic use in enclosed warehouses.
5. Are slip sheets ISPM-15 exempt?
Yes, 100% exempt. ISPM-15 only applies to wood packaging (wooden pallets, wooden crates, wooden dunnage). Kraftliner paper and HDPE slip sheets are outside the regulation’s scope, need no fumigation and no IPPC stamp. This saves VND 350,000-500,000/pallet in fumigation fees versus wooden export pallets to the US/EU/Australia.
6. What is the minimum MOQ and the delivery time?
Standard MOQ is 500 sheets/batch for common sizes (1,100×1,100mm, 1,200×1,000mm), delivered in 3-5 days from the Hanoi/HCMC warehouse. Custom sizes have an MOQ of 2,000 sheets, 7-10 day production. Orders under 500 sheets are still accepted but charged at retail (+15-20%). Orders from 5,000 sheets get a separate discount.
7. How many times can a slip sheet be reused?
Ordinary kraftliner paper slip sheets: 1 time, since the push-pull process wears the lip. Slip sheets with a thick HDPE layer: 2-3 times under light operation. Solid HDPE/PP plastic slip sheets: 5-10 times but at 3-5x the price of the paper line. Recommendation: calculate the economics on single use.
8. What slip sheet sizes are available?
ICD Vietnam standard sizes: 1,100×1,100mm (EU/US standard), 1,200×1,000mm (ISO 40HC container standard), 1,200×1,200mm (Australian standard), 1,100×1,300mm (common custom). The lip is 75-100mm on 1 or 2 edges depending on the push-pull process. Custom to requirement is feasible from an MOQ of 2,000 sheets.
9. Do ICD Vietnam slip sheets have international certification?
Yes. ICD Vietnam provides full ASTM D6344 test reports (the international slip sheet standard), CO/CQ, FSC for imported kraftliner, and MSDS for the HDPE layer. Technical documents accompany every export shipment, supporting customs procedures and foreign customer requirements.
10. Can slip sheets be recycled?
Yes. Kraftliner paper slip sheets are 100% recyclable like ordinary cardboard, at the destination. Slip sheets with an HDPE layer need (mechanical) delamination before paper recycling. The single-use + destination-recycling characteristic lets exporters fully eliminate reverse-logistics cost (returning empty pallets) - saving USD 200-400/container.
Order and technical advice contact
| Region | Address | Hotline |
|---|---|---|
| North | 3rd Floor, Thang Long A1 Building, Bau Hamlet, Thien Loc Commune, Hanoi | 0983 797 186 090 345 9186 090 5859 186 |
| South | 551/212 Le Van Khuong, Tan Thoi Hiep, District 12, Ho Chi Minh City | 098 6784 186 |
Email: sales@icdvietnam.com.vn | Request a quote: https://icdvietnam.com.vn/dang-ky-nhan-bao-gia/
ICD Vietnam commits to responding to quotes within 4 working hours, sending free test samples, providing full ASTM D6344 technical documents for every export batch, and advising on the technical conversion from pallets to slip sheets (including push-pull attachment ROI, redesigning the container loading plan, and operator training).
