Trade is important for a country but it comes with risks. Trade is linked to the spread of pests, much like climate change.
To keep pests out of your country, a lot of care has to be taken. That’s why importers look for a fumigation certificate if there is wood packaging in the shipping containers. This makes sure that the containers have been fumigated well and that there are no traces of pests in them. In most countries, fumigation is a key requirement for trade, and goods cannot be brought into a country without a fumigation certificate for export.
What Exactly Is Fumigation?
Fumigation is the process of eliminating pests through the release of chemical fumes. It is a phytosanitary measure that is typically taken to pest-proof shipping containers (or warehouses). It ensures that your cargo is pest-free and safe for export.
When it comes to shipping container fumigation, the process concludes with the issuance of a certificate indicating that your goods may be exported to other countries without risk.
Containers can be fumigated not only at the time of shipment or after arrival from overseas, but also while in transit. This is called in-transit fumigation. Not every pest control service in Abu Dhabi offers it, but we do.
Importance of A Fumigation Certificate
In most countries, a fumigation certificate is required for import and export. If you use wood packaging materials for exporting goods, such as wooden crates, pallets, and dunnages, they must meet ISPM 15 standards. ISPM 15 ensures that your goods are pest-free and can be exported to another country legally. One of the pest control procedures used to make your cargo ISPM 15 compliant is fumigation.
Your fumigation certificate will include information such as what type of fumigant was used, for how long, and at what temperature.
Why Is Fumigation Necessary For Imports And Exports?
- Fumigation is necessary to avoid any legal issues that may arise when exporting your goods to another country. It ensures a smooth transaction between you and your dealer.
- With regard to ecological significance, fumigation is a necessary step in protecting the importing countries’ flora and fauna. Foreign pests have the potential to significantly harm your ecology.
- Without fumigation, your cargo may be a carrier to dangerous pests. If you don’t have a fumigation certificate for export, the importing country can take extreme measures. In some instances, your cargo will be destroyed.
- Exporting internationally can take months. And during that time, dangerous pests may enter your goods from an unchecked corner of the container, destroying the entire batch and causing enormous losses. Fumigation can help you avoid such situations.
Did you know that according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the amount of food wasted annually due to insect attacks and pest infestation is sufficient to feed a whopping 100 million people? That means every grain that you save from rotting and infestation directly contributes to eradicating hunger problems around the world.
Be part of the change and protect your cargo with Armour’s fumigation and pest control services in Abu Dhabi. Call us to book our fumigation service.