04-06 November 2025

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A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding ISPM 15

ISPM 15 for wooden packaging is vital in international trade. Solid wood, commonly used for wooden packaging, can be contaminated with wood pests. These pose a serious threat to forests. Therefore, wood packaging must be treated appropriately to prevent the spread of pests between countries.

The Global IPPC Standard ISPM 15 governs solid wood export packaging in numerous countries. Inspection and control procedures for ensuring proper wood treatment are conducted by national phytosanitary authorities, alongside the use of the ISPM stamp.

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