What do the markings on a pallet mean?

The IPPC marking on pallets is for International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). IPPC marking on pallets are used for international shipping. These pallets are required to be made of a material that will not carry invasive insect species or plant diseases through different countries.

Are there any wood pallet requirements in regards of ISPM 15?

If the wood components are not secured to the non-wooden box, then each piece of wood more than 6 mm in thickness must bear the ISPM 15 mark.

What does IPPC mean on a pallet?

International Plant Protection Convention
Warehouse pallet racks should conform to certain criteria, indicated by an IPPC, International Plant Protection Convention, stamp with certain letters signifying wood treatment measures taken.

What does IPPC mark represent?

What are the international standards for wood packaging materials? The Commission on Phytosanitary Measures of International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) adopts International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures ( ISPM s) to protect plant resources from the spread of invasive pests moving in global trade.

Are blue CHEP pallets ISPM 15 compliant?

Is CHEP’s entire pool treated? No. Most pallet flows cover domestic markets, which don’t require ISPM 15 compliant pallets. However, all new pallets are ISPM 15 compliant and we also have plans to heat treat the necessary volumes for export flows.

How do you read a pallet code?

There are four common treatment codes that tell what method of treatment the pallet has received:

  1. HT: Heat Treatment.
  2. MB: Methyl Bromide.
  3. DB: Debarked.
  4. KD: Kiln Dried.

Does ISPM 15 apply to air freight?

15 (ISPM 15). For international shipments in air or sea freight, it is a requirement for the pieces to be crated. The wood exterior provides full protection while the custom-cut immobilizes the item to reduce the chance of breakage. Crating can push the price of shipment up.