Exporting Fumigation (MB & ETO)

FAO IPPC ISPM No. 15 Fumigation Certificate. Exporting Fumigation for Containers and Loose Cargoes. Fumigation Certificate for Annual Ship Quarantine enforced by The Port Health Office (Prevention and Control of Disease Ordinance). ETO (Ethylene Oxide) Sterilization/disinfection.

Our Advantages...

• ISO 9001 Certified in Fumigation Services
• Compliance to ISO 10993-7 Degas (Air wash) Standard
• NPPO approved fumigation service provider
• Orlando Protocol & Ozone Layer Protection Certificate
• Internationally Recognized Fumigation Certificate
• Conform strictly to the Requirements of FAO IPPC (ISPM15)
• Innovative Devices to Monitor Gas Concentration & Residual Gas

Caring for your family, home and the environment is our business

The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) is an international plant health agreement, established in 1952, that aims to protect cultivated and wild plants by preventing the introduction and spread of pests. We follow strictly the International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures15 (ISPM15) which wood packing materials WPMs are required to be fumigated before exporting.

Fumigation Services

Johnson Group Fumigation Ltd is granted to use the ISPM15 mark by National Plant Protection Organisation (NPPO). Johnson Group is an authorized Fumigation Service Provider and holding valid Pesticides Permit issued by Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (C0822) for the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region P.R.C. The Fumigation Certificate is applicable in all international trades and accepted by all countries.

ETO as a sterilizer - ETO plays a critical role in antimicrobial sterilization to protect public health. ETOuses include sterilizing certain heat-sensitive and irradiation-sensitive materials, as well as some instruments and devices on-site in hospitals.

Equipped with state-of-art gas detecting & monitoring devices like TIF-5750A, TIF-XP-1A, XP-3120 & FI-21. We conform strictly the requirements of IPPC and importing countries. In particular, we'll make sure all fumigant gas is fully aerated ( ISO 10993-7 ) to 0ppm before returning back the fumigated goods to customers.

With Johnson Group, you can enjoy a one-step fumigation solution including Container Fumigation, Loose cargo Fumigation and, Aeration (Degas), Fumigation Certificate etc.

Service Scopes

1. Loaded Container Fumigation + Degas (Air wash) ISO 10993-7
2. Chamber Fumigations + Degas (Air wash) ISO 10993-7
3. Door-to-door pick up/delivery service of fumigated goods
4. Retail fumigated wood pallets (tailor-made pallets)
5. Fumigation Certificate for annual ship quarantine enforced by The Port Health Office (Prevention and Control of Disease Ordinance)

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Infrastructure

The fumigation site in HKSAR is located at B13-14, T3648, Container Port Road South, Kwai Chung, N.T. Equipped with seal-proof Fumigation Chambers, Pallet Storage Chambers and Cat. 2 Dangerous Goods Vehicle. We can provide engine-powered forklift on site to assist your driver to unload or load goods.

Countries adopt International Standards for Phytosanitary Measurees No. 15 (ISPM No. 15)

*Most of the countries require WPM free from bark "DB"

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Asian and Pacific region

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Europe

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North America

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South America

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Africa

#Information extracted from The Bureau of Animal and Plant Health Inspection and Quarantine

ISPM No. 15 (2006 updated)

Important Notice

Customers are strongly suggested to follow strictly the requirements of ISPM15 especially the below items:

1. WPMs are required to be fumigated for at least 24 hours at 10℃ or above (Must Item).
2. Every treated WPM should be marked by a specified marks to indicate that WPM has been subjected to an approved phytosanitary treatment (Must Item).
3. Wood packaging materials must be made of debarked wood (Must Item).
4. Residual gas of methyl bromide should be 5ppm below or even 0ppm especially for goods entering EU, Australia and Canada. Failure to do so, the goods may be forced to de-gas again at the importing country; the exporters are then required to bear all costs or even legal actions from the government body/Buyers (Must Item).
5. Plastic Wrap Declaration" has been implemented since 1 Aug 09 by AQIS Australia.(Must Item).
6. With effective 18 Mar 2010, Member States of EU are banned to use methyl bromide for fumigation. But this regulation is not applicable for goods importing to EU. For more information, please refer to the below documents [Council Directive 2000/29/EC ] & [FAO ISPM 15].
7. Fumigation enclosures are not loaded beyond 80% of their volume.

This is informed that customers (exporters, manufactures, buyers, forwarders etc) must give adequate time and appropriate assistance in order to fulfill the marks and treatment requirements. Where WPM does not carry the required mark, or there is evidence of a treatment failure, the NPPO (import countries) may respond accordingly and, if necessary, an emergency action may be taken. This action may take the form of detention or even reshipment. Customers may need to face a  huge financial lose or legal action if this is the case.

(IPPC Mark specified for company of Johnson Group Fumigation Ltd)

Technical Information

Treatment for Wood Packaging Materials approved by IPPC ISPM No. 15

Methyl Bromide fumigation should be carried out for all wood packaging materials under the requirement of IPPC i.e. packing wood crates, skids and other packing materials. Plant material such as straw, rice hulls and similar plant material used as packing material can carry exotic insect pest and diseases. The wooden crates has to be treated prior to shipment by carrying out fumigation with Methyl Bromide. The maximum thickness of the packing wood should not exceed 200 mm.

Methyl Bromide/ bromomethane (CH3BR)

Methyl bromide is a colorless and odorless liquefied gas at normal temperature and pressure in relatively high concentrations, when it has a chloroform-like smell.

Methyl bromide mainly used as highly effective fumigating element in agriculture. It penetrates soil with ease and is very effective against a wide spectrum of harmful things: weeds, nematodes, parasites, insects, fungi, bacteria, rodents, etc

With its effectiveness and unique characteristics, methyl bromide has been used globally as a fumigant for a wide range of stored grains, dry foodstuffs (such as cocoa and coffee beans, dried fruit and nuts), and other commodities/food/feed like tobacco, fresh fruit, and vegetables, in particular to comply with quarantine regulations.

Methyl Bromide (CH3BR) Fumigation

Methyl Bromide (MBr) used as a general-purpose fumigant to kill a variety of pests including rats and insects. MBr has poor fungicidal properties. It is However, MBr is the preferred fumigant for ISPM 15, regulations when exporting wooden packaging to certain countries and  is currently accepted fumigant for most of the quarantine authorities around the world, because of its good penetrating ability, rapid action, high toxicity to a broad spectrum of insects and pests. It is frequently used for fumigating timber, agricultural products, empty containers, food stuffs, and other agricultural products.

When fumigation is carried out with Methyl Bromide fumigant residue problems will not be there as aeration can be carried out easily. It is very effective in controlling all stages of insects from egg to the adult stage. Quarantine Authorities around the world have stipulated that methyl bromide fumigation has to be carried out for all the wood packaging materials.

Fumigation is followed by and aeration (degas) period where fresh air is passed through the fumigation chamber to remove methyl bromide from the air space as well as from the commodities. Dependence on temperature, volume of cargo fumigated and concentration in chambers fumigated, it may take at least 1-2 hours of aeration (degas) to vent the methyl bromide residue below an exposure limit value 5ppm or ~19 mg/m³ or even 0ppm.

FAQ

Commodities for which problems may occur when fumigated with methyl bromide

Some adverse effects have been noted on woollen socks, sweaters, shawls and yarn; Polystyrene can absorb large quantities of MBr, which may take a long time to desorb...click to view all.

How do I know if my goods require fumigation when importing to Australia?

AQIS maintains a public database, AQIS’s Import Conditions Database (ICON), that contains the conditions for importing goods into Australia. ICON is a simple and convenient way to access information about Australian import conditions for more than 18,000 foreign plant, animal, mineral, agricultural and human commodities. ICON is available on our web site at www.aqis.gov.au/icon

If the wood packaging attached to my shipment is not compliant with Canada’s new requirements, what penalties will be imposed?

Any wood packaging that is lacking the internationally approved mark or found to be infested will be refused entry into Canada. It may also be treated to mitigate the risk of pest entry prior to being refused. All costs associated with non-compliant wood packaging are the responsibility of the importer or person in care and control of the regulated articles. http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/plaveg/for/cwpc/wdpkgqae.shtml

Treatment for commodities disinfection

Ethylene Oxide (ETO or EO)

ETOis a gas fumigation - diffusion process. It started off as an insecticide in the 1920's and became widely used as a fumigant for agricultural produce. Because of the chemical’s very low boiling point (10.4° C), it becomes highly active at room temperature. It vaporizes and permeates rapidly through packaging substances like plastic, rubber etc..

Ethylene oxide gas kills bacteria (and their endospores), mold, and fungi, and can therefore be used to sterilize substances that would be damaged by sterilizing techniques such as pasteurization that rely on heat. Additionally, ethylene oxide is widely used to sterilize medical supplies such as bandages, sutures, and surgical implements.

Under normal atmospheric conditions ETO is deadly to all types of micro-organisms. Fumigation time varies from 24-72 hours depends on types of commodities, moisture level, concentration etc. Degas (Air wash) is required to eliminate any gas residue according to the requirement of ISO10993-7.

ETO as a sterilizer

ETO plays a critical role in antimicrobial sterilization to protect public health.  ETOuses include sterilizing certain heat-sensitive and irradiation-sensitive materials, as well as some instruments and devices on-site in hospitals.

Ethylene Oxide is well placed to deal with a wide range of products. For example, plastics which may not physically cope with other types of processing are well suited to Ethylene Oxide. Being an extremely small gas, ETO will penetrate most forms of packaging. Powders, timber and other solids are easily treatable as the gas will flow around irregular surfaces.

ETO Applications

The ETO mixtures are used for a wide spectrum of applications including sterilization of medical equipment, treatment of foodstuffs, raw material for cosmetics and preservation of paper products.

ETO treatment can achieve the below microbial test result if both dosage and procedures are complied & followed strictly.

ETO enters the environment

Ethylene Oxide rapidly breaks down when released to the environment. It will dissolve in water, but most of it will quickly evaporate to the air. The ethylene oxide remaining will be broken down by bacteria, or by reacting with water and other chemicals.

When released to soil, most will evaporate to air and some may be broken down by bacteria or by reacting with water in the soil. Ethylene oxide does not persist long in the environment and is not expected to build up in the food chain.

Safety is our no.1 priority!

We comply with all the rules and regulations as per the local laws (AFCD, Fire Services Department, Environmental Protection Department etc.)  in usage of the fumigants. We also follow strictly the dosages requirements set out by ISPM No. 15. We carry out all means to protect our operators who are performing the fumigation operations. Gas masks with canisters are used while carrying out fumigation/ aeration and also while monitoring gas concentration.

Innovative Detecting and Monitoring Devices at Johnson Group

TIF-5750A	TIF-XP-1A

Riken Keiki FI-21	COSMO XP-3120

• TIF5750A/TIF-XP-1A Leak Detector- this device can be used to detect any gas leakage from fumigation chambers. We'll detect every corners especially doors of fumigation chamber to ensure no gas leakage after injection.
• FI-21Optical Gas Indicator - product of Riken Keiki Japan. This device can be used to monitor the change of concentration inside fumigation chamber to ensure the concentration is up to ISPM No. 15 standard.
• XP3120 High Sensitivity Explosive Gas Detector- product of Cosmo Japan. This device can be used to measure the gas residueafter degas. We'll make sure the reading is 0ppm before releasing any fumigated goods to you.

Quality Material

Johnson Group uses only quality material (fumigant) for fumigation treatment. We purchase quality methyl bromide from reputable company MEBROM N.V. The gas is being liquified and stored inside a 1.5 pound can and is 100% made from Belgium.

Statement

Please note the companies "Johnson Pest (Guangzhou) Ltd" & "Worldwide Fumigation Ltd" ARE NOT a subsidiary company of Johnson Group. If any company claims it is a member of Johnson Group, please call us immediately for clarification. To enjoy the ISO9001 service standard, please make sure you send the goods only to Johnson Group.

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