Fumigation

The act of releasing smoke or gas into a container or a ship's hold to kill pests, insects, or bacteria, often required by customs before goods can enter a country.

Technical A phytosanitary treatment using approved chemicals in a sealed space to eliminate quarantine pests, performed with a certificate issued by a licensed operator and required by import regulations.

In shipping documents, proof that a container has been treated for bugs, shown on a fumigation certificate.

Technical Documentation confirming compliance with ISPM 15 for wood packaging materials or with the importing country's plant health requirements.