What does ISPM 15 compliant mean?
ISPM 15 affects all wood packaging material (pallets, crates, dunnages, etc.) requiring that they be debarked and then heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide and stamped or branded, with a mark of compliance. This mark of compliance is colloquially known as the “wheat stamp”.
What is International Standards for phytosanitary Measures?
International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPMs) are standards adopted by the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM), which is the governing body of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). The first International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) was adopted in 1993.
How do I get ISPM 15 certification?
Generally, an organization wishing to become ISPM 15 compliant will submit an application with the certifying body; after receipt of the application an inspector will visit the facility.
What is ISPM 15 stamped?
ISPM 15 applies to coniferous (softwood) and non-coniferous (hardwood) raw wood packaging material. This includes pallets, dunnage, crating, packing blocks, drums, cases, spools/reels, bulk heads, load boards, pallet collars and skids.
Is ISPM-15 mandatory?
According to ISPM-15, all solid wood and wood packaging materials (WPM) over 6 mm in thickness used for export, such as wooden pallets, dunnage and crating, must be treated.
How many sides does the phytosanitary mark have to be on?
After either of these treatments, the WPM must be marked in a visible location on each article, preferably on at least two opposite sides of the article, with a legible and permanent mark, approved by the IPPC, to certify that wood packaging material has been subjected to an approved treatment.
Why do you need a phytosanitary certificate?
Phytosanitary certificates are issued to indicate that consignments of plants, plant products or other regulated articles meet specified phytosanitary import requirements and are in conformity with the certifying statement of the appropriate model certificate.
Is plywood exempt from ISPM 15?
It applies to the treatment of wood materials greater than 6mm, and it states a set of criteria that must be met when using any wood as packaging such as a crate, pallet, or dunnage. Products like cardboard, plywood, and plastic are exempt from ISPM-15.
Who provides phytosanitary certificate?
A phytosanitary certificate for export or for re-export can be issued only by a public officer who is technically qualified and duly authorized by an NPPO. A phytosanitary certificate for export is usually issued by the NPPO of the country where the plants, plant products or regulated articles were grown or processed.