How should I calculate storage charges for contract packing pallets?

There's no single industry standard for pallet storage pricing. Instead, members recommend a practical benchmarking approach:

- **Cost-plus benchmarking** — Quote other storage providers in your area and use those rates as a reference point for what the market will bear, rather than trying to build pricing from first principles - **Rent-per-sqm method** — The theoretical approach of dividing your facility rent by square meterage and allocating to pallets is mentioned, but members found it less practical than simply reviewing competitor quotes

For contract packing with storage, getting competitive quotes from established providers helps you understand the range. **MoveFresh** was mentioned as a good option (though note they were still working on bonded status as of the discussion). Members also reference **Alfil** for bonded shipments if that's relevant to your model.

The key takeaway: don't overthink the calculation—survey what others charge and price accordingly.