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Gaylord box, bulk box, pallet box, tote bin, skid box and bulk bin are largely interchangeable names for a large corrugated container sized to sit on a pallet. "Gaylord" is a genericized brand name. Differences come from wall count, style (full-flap, octagonal, open-top) and footprint — not the name.
Last updated 2026-04-20
“Gaylord” started as a manufacturer name and became the industry shorthand — like Kleenex for tissue. Regionally you will also hear bulk box, pallet box, tote bin and skid box.
Focus on the specs that matter: footprint (usually 40x48), height, wall count (single/double/triple) and style (full-flap, octagonal, open-top). Those determine strength and fit — the name does not.
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