The plain-English guide to phytosanitary trade rules
ISPM 2 sets the global framework for conducting Pest Risk Analyses (PRAs) that protect plant health while facilitating trade. This guide explains the standard, its practical impact, and how exporters and importers can comply.
ISPM 5 defines the pest risk analysis process that underpins every phytosanitary certificate. This guide explains the steps, required documents, common pitfalls, and real‑world examples for exporters, importers, customs brokers, and freight forwarders.
A clear, plain‑English guide to ISPM 7, the International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures on Regulated Commodities. Learn how the standard shapes export procedures, required documents, common pitfalls, and compliance steps for exporters, importers, and logistics professionals.
A concise guide to ISPM 14 compliance, covering overview, procedures, documentation, treatment standards, common pitfalls, and real‑world examples for exporters, importers, brokers and students.
The 2024 ISPM 15 amendments introduce new treatment thresholds, updated marking rules, and stricter documentation requirements for wood packaging material. This guide explains the changes, why they matter, and how to stay compliant.
ISPM 36 defines the pest risk analysis (PRA) that underpins phytosanitary certification. This guide explains how the standard affects export compliance for a range of commodities, from fresh fruit to wood products.
The 2022 revision of ISPM 12 reshapes phytosanitary certification, introducing electronic certificates, stricter data standards, and new validation procedures. This guide explains the changes, why they matter, and how exporters can stay compliant.
ISPM 15 sets the global rules for treating wood packaging material (WPM) to stop the spread of invasive pests. This guide explains the standard, why it matters, required documents, common pitfalls, and a step‑by‑step compliance checklist for exporters, importers, and logistics professionals.
ISPM 2 defines how pest lists are compiled, shared, and applied worldwide. This guide explains the standard, why it matters to trade, and how exporters and importers can stay compliant.
Learn how exporters and importers can meet ISPM 15 phytosanitary standards using non‑wood pallets, crates, and other alternatives. This guide covers regulations, procedures, common pitfalls, and real‑world examples.
