Heat Treatment Export Pallets

At DT Fowler, we follow the HT and marking standards for export pallets outlined in ISPM-15 standards and requirements. ISPM stands for International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures Guidelines for Regulating Wood Packaging Material in International Trade.  In the United States., the ALSC (American Lumber Standard Committee) determines the guidelines and standards which provides the certification for pallets that are marked with HT stamp have met the necessary requirement.

DT FOWLER heat treat chamber

The heat-treat process requires pallets to be heated at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for minimum of 30 minutes to achieve an internal minimum core temperature of 132.8 degrees Fahrenheit.

DT Fowler utilizes 4 on-site ISPM-15 heat treat chambers to support our customer’s needs.