IPPCISPM15Hitzebehandlungszeichen

IPPCISPM15Hitz refers to a specific treatment standard for wooden packaging materials used in international trade. It is part of the International Phytosanitary Standard (ISPM) No. 15, which was developed by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). The "Hitz" likely indicates a heat treatment process, a common method approved under ISPM 15. This standard aims to prevent the international spread of pests through wooden packaging. Countries that are members of the IPPC agree to implement ISPM 15, which means that wooden packaging entering their territory must be treated and marked accordingly. The treatment ensures that any live insects or other pests present in the wood are killed. The most common approved treatments are heat treatment (HT), where the wood core temperature reaches at least 56°C for a minimum of 30 minutes, and methyl bromide fumigation (MB). The marking applied to the wood, often referred to as the IPPC stamp, certifies that the material has undergone the required treatment. This mark typically includes the country code, the treatment provider code, and the treatment type (e.g., HT for heat treatment). Non-compliance with ISPM 15 can lead to delays, re-export, or destruction of shipments at the destination country's border. Therefore, businesses involved in international trade must ensure their wooden packaging meets these phytosanitary requirements.