Watch Those Pallets!

It has been brought to my attention that pallets will now be inspected when crossing the United States - Canadian border for incoming and outgoing shipments.

 Below is further information provided by Pacific Customs Brokers Blog.

http://blog.pcb.ca/2011/01/us-and-canadian-wood-packaging-materials-informed-compliance-enforcement/?utm_source=Pacific+Client+Newsletter&utm_campaign=d2c5c82d2d-Jan_25_2011&utm_medium=email

Overall, the respective governments are concerned about those pesky pests that infiltrate our forests.  Be aware that informed compliance starts Spring 2011 and full compliance Summer 2012.

Here is further information from the PCB blog:

"During the period of “informed compliance”, wood packaging materials found or suspected to be in non-compliance with the new wood packaging regulations would be allowed to move to the destination and the carrier will be notified of the ISPM 15 requirement. However, if pests are found then the Importer may be required to treat the non-complaint materials to prevent the spread of the pests, and/or the shipment may be refused entry. Once full enforcement comes into affect, all non-compliant wood packaging materials will be refused entry by the destination country and, should pests be detected, may require the shipment be treated, at the cost of the importer, prior to returning the shipment to the exporting country."

I want all to be aware of yet another obstacle to navigate in this current business climate.