The key role and operation process of fumigation in foreign trade

Fumigation isforeign tradea commonly used disinfection and pest - elimination treatment method inimport and exportagricultural products, wood, and packaging materials to eliminate potentially harmful organisms and ensure the safe entry and exit of goods. The following is a detailed introduction to the fumigation process in foreign trade:

Purpose

Prevent the spread of harmful organisms:Fumigation can effectively eliminate pests, pathogens, and other harmful organisms in goods, preventing their spread between different countries and regions.
Meet the requirements of the importing country:Many countries have strict quarantine requirements for imported agricultural products and wood, and fumigation is one of the necessary conditions for obtaining import permits.

Commonly used fumigants

Methamidophos:It is a widely used fumigant with a good killing effect on most pests.
Hydrogen sulfide:It is mainly used to treat grains and other agricultural products.
Others:Such as chloroform, dibromochloropropane, etc.

Fumigation process

Sealing:Ensure that the goods are completely sealed, usually using special fumigation tents or containers.
Injecting fumigant:Select the appropriate fumigant and determine the dosage according to the type, quantity of goods, and target pests.
Maintaining:Maintain the concentration of the fumigant for a certain period of time to ensure that all pests are completely killed.
Ventilation:After the fumigation is completed, open the sealed tent or container to allow the fumigant to disperse completely.
Inspection:Confirm that all pests have been killed and check the quality of the goods to ensure that they have not been damaged by the fumigant.

Precautions

Safety:Fumigants are usually toxic, and appropriate protective measures should be taken during operation to avoid harm to the human body and the environment.
Effect:Select the appropriate fumigant and method to ensure that the fumigation effect meets expectations.
Certificate:After completing the fumigation, it is usually necessary to obtain a fumigation certificate from the relevant department to prove that the goods have been properly treated.