Export Packaging Requirements: Meeting International Standards

Exporting products requires packaging that meets international standards and regulations. Non-compliant packaging can result in rejected shipments and costly delays.

Wood Packaging Requirements (ISPM 15)

International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures 15 applies to wood packaging materials used in international trade.

What's Covered

Wooden pallets

Wooden crates

Dunnage

What's Exempt

Corrugated boxes (paper-based)

Plywood (processed wood)

Fiberboard

Corrugated Advantage

Corrugated packaging is exempt from ISPM 15 treatment requirements, simplifying export documentation.

Marking and Labeling Requirements

Shipping Marks

Destination country and port

Consignee information

Order/PO numbers

Package numbers (1 of X)

Handling Symbols

ISO 780 standard symbols

Fragile, this way up, keep dry

Must be clearly visible

Country-Specific Requirements

United States

FDA requirements for food contact

CPSIA for children's products

State-specific regulations (CA Prop 65)

European Union

REACH compliance

CE marking where applicable

Recycling symbols

Australia/New Zealand

AQIS biosecurity requirements

Strict contamination controls

Testing and Certification

ISTA (International Safe Transit Association) testing

ASTM shipping tests

Customer-specific requirements

Adhesive Considerations for Export

Verify humidity resistance for ocean shipping

Consider temperature extremes in containers

Food contact compliance if applicable

Xuegong adhesives meet international standards for export packaging applications.