Fumigation Requirements
ISPM 15 & Fumigation Requirements for Spain
Wood packaging rules for Spain: ISPM 15 is required, accepted treatments, exemptions, and penalties for non-compliance.
- Country
- Spain
- Region
- Europe
- ISPM 15 required
- Yes
- Marking required
- Yes
- Effective date
- 2005-03-01
Spain requires ISPM 15 treatment of wood packaging material, such as pallets and crates. Accepted treatment methods: Heat Treatment (HT).
Penalties for non-compliance: Fumigation or re-export at importer cost. Fines for violations.
Exemptions
- Processed wood products
- EU-origin packaging
- Wood under 6mm thickness
Additional requirements
- MAPA (Ministry of Agriculture) oversight
- EU phytosanitary framework applies
- Canary Islands may have additional requirements
Common issues
- Canary Islands special territory requirements
- Documentation in Spanish helpful
Tips
- Barcelona and Valencia are major ports
- Canary Islands have specific import rules
- Spanish language documentation recommended
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Frequently asked questions
Are Canary Islands requirements different?
Yes, Canary Islands have special territory status with some different import requirements including for wood packaging.
Which Spanish ports are best for wood clearance?
Barcelona, Valencia, and Algeciras have major container facilities with established inspection processes.