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1) What is fumigation?
Intended to kill any unwanted insects and pests, fumigation is often carried out to ensure that such pests are not introduced and spread during international trade. Licensed to carry out fumigation that is ISPM 15 certified, Vectrol Pest Management aims to provide you with solid and reliable services, every time.
2) What is Methyl Bromide?
As one of the methods approved under ISPM 15, methyl bromide is often the preferred fumigant in most countries as it has an excellent material penetrating ability and is toxic to a multitude of pests and insects.
3) What are some of the materials exempted from the provisions of ISPM 15?
As outlined in the ISPM 15 document revised in 2009, the following articles are of sufficiently low risk to be exempted:
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Wood packaging material made entirely from thin wood (6 mm or less in thickness). |
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Wood packaging made wholly of processed wood material, such as plywood, particle board, oriented strand board or veneer that has been created using glue, heat or pressure, or a combination thereof. |
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Barrels for wine and spirit that have been heated during manufacture. |
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Gift boxes for wine, cigars and other commodities made from wood that has been processed and/or manufactured in a way that renders it free of pests. |
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Sawdust, wood shavings and wood wool. |
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Wood components permanently attached to freight vehicles and containers. |
For more information on the ISPM 15 standard, please click here. |
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