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Container Fumigation
Sealed-Container Fumigation for Export & Import Cargo
Container fumigation seals and treats stationary shipping containers to eliminate stored product insects and quarantine pests before export, or before inbound cargo enters your facility. FSS performs container treatments with gas-concentration monitoring that meets regulatory thresholds and label requirements, keeping cargo compliant and moving.
45+ years of fumigation expertise with USDA/APHIS coordination. FSS combines certified Midwest inland treatment sites, regulatory coordination, and one of the highest concentrations of certified entomologists in the industry.
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Fumigants Matched to the Cargo & Destination
- ProFume (sulfuryl fluoride) – labeled for containers that store, process, and transport raw and processed commodities, and Codex-compliant for international trade
- Methyl bromide – for QPS and ISPM 15 wood-packaging requirements
- Phosphine – for bulk commodities and grain moving in containers
- Carbon dioxide – for select organic applications
Treatment is selected by destination-country requirements, commodity type, label allowances, and environmental conditions, so the correct treatment is applied the first time.
Heated Fumigation for Year-Round Service
When winter temperatures drop, containers must be warmed before treatment. FSS certified Midwest facilities provide heated fumigation capability so export and import schedules continue uninterrupted through the cold months.
Export Compliance & Documentation
FSS coordinates directly with USDA and APHIS officials, performs treatments under regulatory supervision when required, and issues compliant fumigation certificates, treatment records, and clearance documentation, so shipments clear inspection the first time.
Inbound Containers & Pest Interception
Inbound containers can arrive infested or under a USDA hold. FSS treats stationary containers to eliminate pests before cargo enters your warehouse, and supports importers facing Emergency Action Notices, pest interception holds, and required quarantine or clearance treatments.
Monitoring & Safety
Every treatment includes gas-concentration monitoring to confirm thresholds are met, controlled aeration, and clearance verification, performed by trained fumigation professionals following all label and safety requirements.
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USDA & APHIS-Compliant Export Fumigation
Export and import fumigation often falls under Quarantine & Pre-Shipment (QPS) regulations governed by the USDA APHIS Treatment Manual and country-specific phytosanitary requirements. We navigate the regulatory complexity so you do not have to.
Direct USDA & APHIS Coordination
We work directly with officials and under regulatory supervision when required.
Compliant Fumigation Certificates
Issued to meet QPS and destination-country standards.
Permits & Documentation
We handle the required permits and regulatory paperwork.
Emergency Action Notice (EAN)
Inbound shipment held by USDA? We perform the required fumigation to secure clearance.
ISPM 15 Fumigation & IPPC Stamping
Over 170 countries adhere to the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). Under ISPM 15, wood packaging materials used in international trade must be treated and marked to prevent the spread of invasive pests. FSS performs methyl bromide treatments for ISPM 15 compliance and applies the required IPPC mark. ISPM 15 applies to:
BMSB Treatments — Approved Provider for Australia & New Zealand
Australia and New Zealand impose strict seasonal requirements (September 1–April 30) for U.S.-origin cargo due to the risk of Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) contamination. FSS is an approved BMSB treatment provider with certified sites in:
We provide:
Container Fumigation
Sealed treatment of stationary containers.
Breakbulk Fumigation
For non-containerized cargo.
On-Site Yard Treatments
At forwarding yards (temperature dependent).
Heated Fumigation
Year-round compliance when winter temperatures drop.
Affected cargo categories include:
Midwest Inland Advantage: Avoid Port Delays & Drayage Fees
Port congestion, drayage costs, and vessel scheduling can create unnecessary expense and delay. FSS offers point-of-origin fumigation at inland certified sites in Chicago, Louisville, Columbus, and Indianapolis — and, with coordination, at your forwarding or warehouse site. Export compliance does not have to begin at the port.
Avoid Port Bottlenecks
Fumigate before vessel loading, not at congested ports.
Reduce Drayage Fees
Point-of-origin treatment cuts unnecessary moves.
Prevent Last-Minute Issues
Compliance handled inland, ahead of schedule.
Tighter Logistics Control
Coordinate treatment around your timeline.
Cargo We Fumigate
From bulk agricultural exports to wood products and machinery, FSS applies the correct treatment the first time — matched to destination-country requirements, commodity type, and label allowances.
Containerized Cargo
Bulk Grain Shipments
DDGS
Logs & Lumber
Wood Packaging Materials
Grain & Seed Exports
Why Choose FSS for Export Fumigation?
We combine regulatory precision with operational flexibility. We built our brand by protecting yours.
Midwest Inland Certified Sites
Treat before cargo reaches the port.
USDA & APHIS Experience
Coordination with regulators under QPS rules.
ISPM 15 Stamping Authority
Compliant treatment and IPPC marking.
AU/NZ BMSB Approved Provider
Seasonal compliance for target high-risk goods.
Year-Round Heated Fumigation
Uninterrupted service through winter.
Flexible On-Site Model
Treatments at forwarding or warehouse sites.
Competitive, Cost-Conscious Pricing
Operational flexibility without overpaying.
Nationwide Coverage
Regulatory precision wherever you ship.
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Whether you are shipping DDGS, grain, machinery, logs, pallets, or containerized cargo, FSS ensures your export meets all phytosanitary and QPS requirements — on time.
Compliance: Always read and follow all product label directions. Fumigants and pesticides must be applied only by appropriately licensed and certified applicators, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
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