1. Why are air cargo packaged in logs prohibited from being exported from China?
The purpose of strengthening the control over the export of log packaged goods by air is mainly to protect the ecosystem and prevent the spread of pests and diseases because logs may carry various diseases and pests, such as fungi, insect pests, etc. By banning this, it can reduce the spread of pests and pathogens to other areas and prevent threats to local ecosystems.
2. Why do we need fumigated solid wooden frames or frames with IPPC labels before export?
The main reasons for using fumigated frames (wooden packaging materials) for export goods are to prevent the spread of pests and to comply with international standards of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC).
Untreated wood packaging can carry a variety of harmful insects, fungi, and bacteria. These organisms may spread to other areas during shipping, posing a threat to the ecosystem of the destination country. Fumigated pallets can effectively kill or prevent the spread of these harmful organisms.
3. How to reinforce the air cargo packaging then?
Customers can ask the seller to use plastic boards or plywood as wooden frames, or choose "Airline wooden frame packaging service". Warehouse staff will assist customers in using plywood as wooden frames to reinforce the goods before shipping.
4. How much do you charge for the airline wooden frame packaging service?
The warehouse staff will calculate the packaging fee based on the volume, and the minimum service fee is RMB66.40 (approximately RM39); parcels with a fee less than RMB90 (approximately RM53) will be processed by default.
5. What will happen if you insist on using disqualified wooden frames for despatching?
If customers insist on using disqualified wooden pallets for despatch, customs may detain the shipments, and customers could face fines. Any resulting losses will be the responsibility of the customers.