International grain shipments frequently require fumigation before departure to meet importing-country standards. FSS performs dockside fumigation for ocean-going bulk vessels, Mississippi River barges, Great Lakes vessels, and export elevator loadouts, coordinating with terminal operators, vessel crews, and exporters. Treatments primarily use aluminum phosphide, releasing phosphine that penetrates bulk commodities and eliminates all life stages.

Experienced Marine Fumigation Specialists

Marine fumigation demands precision and safety coordination. FSS provides experienced technicians, vessel safety coordination, accurate dosing, gas monitoring and documentation, and compliance with USDA APHIS export requirements.

Inland Advantage: Fumigation Before Port

Many fumigations can be completed before cargo reaches congested ports, throughout the Mississippi River system, Midwest export elevators, Great Lakes corridors, and inland terminals, reducing port delays, improving vessel turnaround, and giving exporters greater control.

Railcar Fumigation Services

Rail moves grain between elevators, mills, processors, and export terminals, and fumigation may be required when insects are detected at grading.

• Bulk grain railcars – aluminum phosphide for deep penetration
• Flour and finished-product railcars – cylinderized phosphine for controlled, sensitive-commodity treatment
• Intermodal containers transported by rail

USDA APHIS Export Compliance

Export shipments must meet phytosanitary requirements under USDA APHIS guidance. FSS provides export-compliant treatments, accurate treatment records, inspection-clearance documentation, and coordination with regulatory officials, because incomplete records can delay entire vessels.