Why ISPM 15 Compliance Is Non-Negotiable?
ISPM 15 is an international phytosanitary standard that requires all solid wood packaging used in ex
Without the proper IPPC stamp, shipments can be:
- Rejected at ports of entry
- Subject to fines and storage fees
- Delayed for weeks or destroyed
Key Fact: The responsibility for compliance lies with the shipper, not the freight forwarder. Exporters in Calgary, Surrey, Vancouver, and Kelowna must ensure every wooden pallet, crate, or skid meets ISPM 15 requirements.
Our Certified Heat Treatment Process
Every heat treated export pallet we produce follows a strict, auditable compliance chain:
- Dedicated Lumber Sourcing - Wood is segregated for export use only
- Precision Construction - Built to international size standards
- Certified Kiln Treatment - Core temperature reaches 56°C for 30+ minutes
- Official IPPC Stamping - Permanent CA-HT mark applied
- Documentation Support - Compliance records available upon request
Our Guarantee: Every pallet leaves our facility fully compliant with ISPM 15 regulations.
Serving Key Export Industries Across BC & Alberta
Agriculture & Food Products
Agriculture & Food Products
Agriculture & Food Products
High-inspection sector requiring reliable compliance
Manufacturing & Industrial
Agriculture & Food Products
Agriculture & Food Products
Machinery and parts shipping internationally
Wholesale & Distribution
Agriculture & Food Products
Wholesale & Distribution
Mixed goods to USA, EU, and Asian markets
Energy & Construction
Energy & Construction
Wholesale & Distribution
Oversized loads and project cargo
E-commerce & Retail
Energy & Construction
E-commerce & Retail
Growing cross-border trade requirements
Do You Need Heat-Treated Pallets? Simple Checklist
Avoid These Common Export Pallet Mistakes
❌ Using Domestic Pallets for Export – They lack required certification
❌ Illegible or Missing Stamps – Triggers immediate customs inspection
❌ Modifying Treated Pallets – Cutting or repairing voids compliance
❌ Assuming Forwarders Handle Compliance – Responsibility is yours
✅ Shipping outside Canada?
✅ Using wood pallets, crates, or dunnage?
✅ Then ISPM 15 compliant packaging is mandator
Why Choose Advance Pallet for Heat Treated Export Pallets?
- Local Expertise – Serving British Columbia and Alberta exporters for years
- Guaranteed Compliance – Every pallet meets ISPM 15 standards
- Multiple Locations – Convenient pickup in Surrey, Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary
- Quality Construction – Built to withstand international shipping
- Documentation Support – Help when customs paperwork matters most
- Responsive Service – Speak directly with pallet compliance experts
