Why Plywood and Man-made Boards are Not required for Fumigation?
What’s Fumigation ?
Fumigation is a pesticide treatment using poisonous gases to kill pests and insects within wood . Solid timber and logs probably have harmful living pests and insects inside. These pests (wood borers, dry wood termites etc) are harmful and will damage plants or ecosystems in importing countries. It’s necessary for importing countries to stop the invasion of these harmful pests and insects .
Purpose of Fumigation for Wood/Timber
Fumigation is a treatment method to kill pests or insects inside wood or timer. According to International Standards For Phytosanitary Measures No. 15 (ISPM 15), fumigation is an accepted treatment for wooden materials. Fumigating solid timer and logs to kill pests before their entering into importing countries is a key requirement for many countries. Otherwise, those harmful insects probably will cause big damage to their forests.
If exporters didn’t fumigate solid timer and logs, the importers may face serious penalties.
Plywood and man-made board are not required for Fumigation
Many importing countries make fumigation compulsory for solid wood / timber and logs, like USA . But importing countries don’t require fumigation for plywood, blockboard, MDF/HDF, OSB, hardboard, particle board and some other man-made boards .
Why ? – the answer is heat treatment
Because plywood, blockboard, MDF/HDF, OSB, hardboard, particle board and other man-made boards have been treated with heat during production.
The goal of fumigation is to protect forests from insects within the imported timber. According to ISPM 15, fumigation is only one of methods to kill pests. Heat Treatment is another method to kill pests or insects inside wood or timer . Under heat treatment, all pests and insects inside wood or timer will be killed.
Plywood and other man-made boards such as blockboard, MDF/HDF, OSB, hardboard, particle board are produced under high temperature (110℃ ~140℃) and high pressure . In the production process under heat, all the harmful pests and insects in these man-made boards will be killed.
Because of no pests and insects, plywood and these man-made boards won’t be required for fumigation.
Packing materials made of plywood and man-made board are also not required for Fumigation.
The packing materials like pallets, boxes made of plywood and man-made board are also not required for Fumigation.
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We have sent consignment to Spain in plywood cases. As plywood does not require fumigation, we have not fumigated it. But custom at Spain held the consignment for fumigation certificate. Will you please guide us and let us know rule or clause where by it does not require fumigation.
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I definitely agree with you. The process of producing plywood eliminates all sort of termites, insects, bugs on the wood being used. No need for fumigation at all. Nice post.
could u pl.send me a reference of any code / std.which will specify that fumigation is not required for man made board / plywoods????
I am agree with this, Its perfectly fine to understand the said topic. Nice post.
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● Fumigation
All Fumigants used for Fumigation are highly toxic and hazardous in nature, as such they are classified as restricted use pesticides by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency).
A basic requirement is that sufficient personnel trained to fumigate are available to carry out all necessary operations.
Our all fumigation operations are carried out by the trained persons (Verified and approved by the Technical Consultant and Plant Protection Department).
Advantage of fumigation
Fumigants are usually quick acting and as result in total control of pest & insects.
Fumigation can control at all stages of pests (i.e. eggs, larvae, pupae, adults and hidden insects).
Fumigants being Gases, they diffuse through all parts of the structure or commodity and can reach to pests that could not be reached with conventional pest control materials or techniques for certain commodities, Fumigation is the only recommended practical way to control pests.
Fumigation has no adverse effect on Germination quality.
PAKISTAN PEST CONTROL
PAKISTAN PEST CONTROL is authorized to carry out all Quarantine requirements regarding Fumigation and our Certificates are accepted worldwide. We are also specialized in Fumigation / Disinfestations of residential & commercial building / project besides export cargoes Fumigation
PAKISTAN PEST CONTROL:
> Established in 1979.
> Approved by PLANT PROTECTION DEPARTMENT GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN.
> Member: Karachi Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
> Approved Fumigator lists of A.Q.I.S Australia.
> Treatment Certificate is acceptable in Australia, New Zealand, USA, Europe, China, and Middle East & Other Countries.
> Services are appreciated by many respectable Clubs / Members of LION CLUBS INTERNATIONAL.
FUMIGATION:-
Fumigation is a process of exposing insects or material infested by insects to the fumes of a chemical at a lethal strength in an enclosed space for a given period of time. Fumigant is a chemical, which at a required temperature and pressure can exist in the gaseous state in sufficient concentration to be lethal to a given pest organism. Fumigation is the introduction of the toxic gas in high concentration so that the gas pervades the entire area and kills the insects prevalent and thus preserves the precious cargo of the customer.
Treatment by Fumigation is:
Godowns/ Warehouses/ Silos/ Flour mills/ Empty ship hold Fumigation
Stuffed & Empty containers of Export/Import at Port/Inland Container Depot (ICD)/Container, Freight Stations (CFS) and at House Stuffing Points.
In-transit Fumigation-Commodities Onboard, Barges etc.,
Termite Control Treatment during (Pre & Post Construction) Stage as per PSI standards with Guarantee.
Rodent control & De-ratting of Ships.
Disinfestations of Warehouses & plants.
General Pest control services.
Fumigation is the process where a highly toxic Fumigant such as Methyl Bromide or Phosphates is used to eradicate pests and insect from products, produce or a location.
The process involves the Fumigation complete covering or sealing of the product or item with canvas, having plastic sheets & taping to make it as airtight as possible. The Fumigant gas is then released into the sealed area or compartment. The duration of exposure varies from 8 hours to 48 hours, depending on the product to be fumigated and the type of fumigant used as per temperature & requirement
Fumigation is a Quarantine requirement for countries such as Australia, New Zealand and China before goods are admitted into the country.
Items we fumigate include:-
Timber
Wooden/Pallets Packing Material
Furniture
Tobacco
Rice & other Food Stuff.
Wooden sports goods.
After treatments we issue Certificates & if require also arrange Govt’s Phytosanicary Certificates verifying are our treatments.
FUMIGATION OF RAW MATERIALS:
i) By Methyl Bromide doses require from @ 36 GERAM per M3 to @ 80 grams per M3
ii) By Phosphate Gas Tablet dose require @ 1.1 Tab per M3
(With Instruction to Exporter for proper cleaning & packing).
CONTAINER FUMIGATION WITH METHYL BROMIDE:
After stuffing some time Container goes to container yards terminal, of KPT/QICT (inside port areas) Customs Department to fulfill their custom formalities and to sealed the container.
(By special method we can also fumigate the container after custom examination with Methyl – Bromide whose exposure done at destination).
All Fumigation Treatment are monitored by the Expert of PPC for Fumigation & after exposure opening Container doors are opened to release gas therein. Site inspections may be carried out by the environment health inspectors to determine all safety aspects are adhered to. All fumigation’s are carried out by our trained experienced fumigators. The concentration of the gas used will kill all alive insects pests present at the time of fumigation. Fumigated cargo should be shipped out as soon as possible on completion of the process.
Fumigation is especially with Methyl Bromide carried out in accordance to “AQIS” (Australian Quarantine & Inspection Services) set standards.
ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE FUMIGATION:
Aluminum Phosphate is in the form of tablets and are also use worldwide for fumigation of raw and processed commodities including grains, tobacco, nuts seeds, animal feeds, tea, coffee leaf, wheat flour, processed spices, dried fruits. It can also be used for fumigating storage structures like silos warehouses, flour mills ship holds, railcars etc. The period required 3 – 6 days time keeping in view the conditions & temperature, USA and some other countries requires Phosphine gas Fumigation.
WOOD TREATMENT & WOOD PACKING FUMIGATION:
ISPM 15 fumigation accredited to carry out phytosanitary treatment. This includes the application of Methyl Bromide Fumigation treatment and IPPC marks defined under the International Standards for Phytosanitary measures (i.e. ISPM 15) for solid wood packaging.
ISPM:-
The international ISPM 15 requirements on wood pallets apply to all species of coniferous and non-coniferous packaging materials. The standard does not apply to wood packaging made wholly of products such as plywood, particle board, oriented strand board, medium density fiber board or products created using glue, heat and pressure or a combination of these.
Most member countries have already partially or fully implemented the standards. The EU, Australia, Canada and South Africa are also implementing bans on coniferous wood packaging and in certain cases non-coniferous hardwood packaging, meaning shipping pallets (skids), crates, and wood used to secure ocean cargo loads.
Under the ISPM15 requirements, exporters would be required to heat treat wood packaging material to a minimum core temperature of 56AºC for a minimum of 30 minutes. Exporters could also use methyl bromide to fumigate the wood packing.
The rule requires certification of the packaging with an approved International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) logo. Unmarked Wooden Packing Materials / Woods.
Will be considered untreated and (objectionable) non-compliant.
METHYL BROMIDE FUMIGATION
Methyl Bromide is most widely used fumigant for Quarantine purposes. It is a
preferred fumigant for most of the quarantine authorities around the world, because
of its good penetrating ability, rapid action, high toxicity to a broad spectrum of
insects and pests. It is frequently used for fumigating timber, agricultural products,
empty containers, food stuffs, and other agricultural produce. When fumigation is
carried out with Methyl Bromide fumigant residue problems will not be there as
aeration can be carried out easily. It is very effective in controlling all stages of
insects from egg to the adult stage. Quarantine Authorities around the world have
stipulated that methyl bromide fumigation has to be carried out for all the packing
materials which are made out of Wood, Straw materials.
The aim is to prevent pests, other insects and biological material from being transferred unknowingly from one country to another. Goods packed in wood material that does not comply with the ISPM15 standard will be returned to the Exporter at their expense.
The international ISPM15 requirements on wood pallets apply to all species of coniferous and non-coniferous packaging materials. The standard does not apply to wood packaging made wholly of products such as plywood, particle board, oriented strand board, medium density fiber board or products created using glue, heat and pressure or a combination of these.
Most member countries have already partially or fully implemented the standards. The EU, Australia, Canada and South Africa are also implementing bans on coniferous wood packaging and in certain cases non-coniferous hardwood packaging, meaning shipping pallets (skids), crates, and wood used to secure ocean cargo loads.
Under the ISPM15 requirements, exporters would be required to heat treat wood packaging material to a minimum core temperature of 56AºC for a minimum of 30 minutes. Exporters could also use Methyl Bromide to fumigate the wood packing.
The following information is a complete extract from AQIS Advice Notice No. 2007/09 regarding ISPM15. ISPM15 requires the use of either heat treatment or fumigation using methyl bromide, as the only two approved methods to enable compliance.
1. Compliant Wood Packaging Material
Wood packaging is only recognized as ISPM 15 compliant when the following conditions have been met:
1. It has been treated by an approved treatment; and
2. It bears an internationally recognized certification mark
2. Approved Treatments
Under the ISPM15 standard there are currently only two approved forms of treatment:
Heat treatment (a core temperature of 56°C must be reached and maintained for a minimum of 30 minutes); and
Fumigation with methyl bromide (as per the table below)
Temperature Dosage (g/m3) Minimum concentration (g/m3) at:
2hrs 4hrs 12hrs 24hrs
21°C or above 48 36 31 28 24
16°C or above 56 42 36 32 28
10°C or above 64 48 42 36 32
The minimum temperature should not be less than 20°C and the minimum exposure time must be 24 hours. (as per conditions).
3. The Internationally Recognized Mark
the mark verifies that the packaging has been subject to an approved treatment and that the material has been produced by
an AQIS approved facility. To be recognized as compliant the mark must include:
The IPPC mark,
XX – the country code (AU for Australia)
YY- the treatment code (HT or MB)
OOO – represents the unique Certification.
Exporters should note that countries that are enforcing the ISPM 15 standard will NOT accept fumigation or heat treatment. Certificates in lieu of the internationally recognized mark, even when the packaging has been treated / fumigated.
Wood packaging material that does not bear the Mark / Stamping is considered to be objectionable non-compliant.
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Hello,
I will be importing canvas wall art to US. The frame is made of Fir Wood. Do I still need fumigation?
Sure, if the frame is made of fir solid wood which has not been treated like under heat.
Dear Sir,
Kindly advise laminated veneer lumber (LVL)required fumigation?
shipment need to export by using this wood
LVL is not required for fumigation