Container Fumigation Services
Loaded containers are fumigated in place ahead of export or upon arrival.
Fumigation Services
Container & Cargo Fumigation Services for Export
Atlantic Heavy Loaders fumigates containers, cargo, and machinery to meet destination-country import requirements before export. Every export fumigation services project is matched to the treatment method the destination actually requires – methyl bromide, sulfuryl fluoride, phosphine, or heat treatment – including seasonal BMSB fumigation mandates for countries like Australia and New Zealand.
Licensed & Insured
USDA Compliant
ISPM-15 Certified
Nationwide Dispatch
Licensed & Insured
USDA Compliant
ISPM-15 Certified
Nationwide Dispatch
Treatment matched to destination requirements
Cargo fumigation services are selected based on the importing country's currently approved treatment list, not a default method.
BMSB-season coverage
BMSB fumigation is available for cargo shipping to Australia, New Zealand, and other countries with seasonal stink bug restrictions.
Certified documentation
Every treatment is documented with the certificates customs and import authorities require.
One request, one team
No subcontractor handoffs between fumigation, crating, and loading.
Why It Matters
Fumigation Matched to the Destination Country's Actual Requirements
Not every shipment needs the same treatment. Some destinations accept phosphine fumigation on a standard timeline; others – particularly during BMSB risk season – require methyl bromide fumigation, sulfuryl fluoride fumigation, or heat treatment fumigation performed to a specific protocol before the cargo is even loaded. Requirements change by country, season, and cargo type, so Atlantic Heavy Loaders confirms the current requirements for the shipment's destination before scheduling treatment, rather than defaulting to a standard method.
- Destination country's current treatment requirements confirmed before scheduling
- Treatment method matched to cargo type and container format
- Certificates and documentation provided to support customs clearance
Our Commitment
A Fumigation Plan Built Around the Destination's Requirements
- Requirements confirmed before treatment begins
- Method matched to cargo and destination
- Documentation provided for customs clearance
What We Do
Fumigation Services
Fumigation services scoped to cargo type, container format, and the import requirements of the destination country.
Cargo Fumigation Services
Machinery, equipment, and general cargo are treated to meet destination import requirements.
Tent Fumigation Services
Oversized cargo that can't be treated in a container is enclosed in a fumigation tent on-site.
BMSB Fumigation
Cargo bound for Australia, New Zealand, and other BMSB-restricted markets is treated to meet seasonal import mandates.
Pallet & Heat Treatment
Pallets and wood packaging are heat treated to meet ISPM-15 and destination-country standards.
Methyl Bromide & Sulfuryl Fluoride Treatment
Fumigant-based treatments are applied by certified applicators based on the approved method for the shipment.
Process
How the Work Is Performed
Destination Review
Import requirements for the destination country and cargo type are confirmed before scheduling.
Treatment Selection
Methyl bromide, sulfuryl fluoride, phosphine, or heat treatment is selected based on current, approved protocols.
Fumigation or Heat Treatment
Cargo is treated in a container, tent, or chamber by certified applicators.
Aeration & Clearance
Treated cargo is aerated and cleared before it's released for loading.
Documentation
Fumigation certificates are issued to support customs and import clearance.
Options
One Fumigation Standard, Multiple Treatment Methods
Option 01
Methyl Bromide Fumigation
A widely accepted fumigant for containers and cargo.
Option 02
Sulfuryl Fluoride Fumigation
An alternative fumigant used where methyl bromide isn't accepted or preferred.
Option 03
Phosphine Fumigation
Used for certain cargo types and longer treatment windows.
Option 04
Heat Treatment
A non-chemical option for pallets, wood packaging, and select cargo types.
Pricing
What Affects Your Fumigation Cost
Treatment Method
Methyl bromide fumigation, sulfuryl fluoride fumigation, and heat treatment fumigation carry different material, equipment, and labor costs.
Cargo Volume & Type
Larger shipments and denser cargo loads require more fumigant or longer treatment and aeration time.
Destination Requirements
BMSB fumigation and other seasonal or country-specific mandates can require expedited scheduling and additional documentation.
Turnaround Timeline
Standard scheduling costs less than expedited fumigation tied to a vessel booking or pickup deadline.
Get Started
Information Needed to Plan the Work
Share these details and we'll come back with a plan, method, and pricing.
Cargo type and quantity
Destination country
Known treatment requirement, if any
Target ship date
Tell us about the project
A short first step — photos and technical files can be requested after submission.
- 1. Service
- 2. Cargo
- 3. Contact
Operations
Talk to Our Team →Houston Operations Hub
Cargo is received and fumigated at our Houston operations hub before export – whether it's arriving from a seller, auction, dealer, or carrier. Once treatment and aeration are complete, cargo moves directly into crating, container loading, or carrier pickup, with fumigation certificates provided for customs clearance.
Cargo Receiving
Inbound cargo is logged and inspected on arrival from sellers, auctions, dealers, or carriers.
Certified Treatment Area
Fumigation and heat treatment are performed by certified applicators on-site.
Integrated Preparation
Projects move directly into crating, loading, or storage without a change in contractor.
Nationwide Support
Atlantic Heavy Loaders coordinates commercial fumigation services beyond Houston as well.
Recent Projects
All ProjectsReal Equipment Preparation Work
See what actually happens – from cleaning to loading.
DismantlingContainer
Tracked Machine Broken Down for Container Loading
Track undercarriage, main frame, and internal conveyor section separated, protected, and staged in sequence for a full container export load.
Heavy EquipmentView Project →
CombineFlat Rack
CLAAS Lexion 740 Loaded onto Flat-Rack Container
A tracked CLAAS Lexion 740 combine rigged, lifted by reach stacker, and set onto a 40-foot flat-rack container for export.
Agricultural EquipmentView Project →
CleaningPhytosanitary
John Deere Wheel Loader Washed for Export Prep
Full hot-water pressure wash of a John Deere wheel loader with a Martin quick-attach front end — tires, undercarriage, and linkage cleared of soil ahead of inspection.
Wheel LoadersView Project →
CombineFlat Rack
John Deere S770 Combine Loaded onto Flat-Rack Container
A wheeled John Deere S770 combine rigged on chains, lifted clear of its trailer by reach stacker, and set onto a 40-foot flat-rack container for export.
Agricultural EquipmentView Project →
CratingHeavy Haul
Turbine Compressor Package Crated for Heavy-Haul Export
A multi-crate turbine-driven compressor package built into oversized export crates, stenciled for handling, and staged on spread-axle flatbeds for the next leg of transport.
Industrial EquipmentView Project →
CratingFlatbed
CAT D6 Track Assemblies Crated for Flatbed Transport
A full set of dozer track assemblies individually crated, labeled, and palletized, then staged on a flatbed trailer for pickup.
Machinery Parts & ComponentsView Project →
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
BMSB fumigation targets the brown marmorated stink bug and is required seasonally by countries like Australia and New Zealand for certain cargo types, including used machinery and vehicles. Requirements and covered seasons are set by the destination country and can change, so we confirm current rules before every shipment.
Need International Transportation After Fumigation?
Once your cargo is treated, cleared, and export-ready, Atlantic Project Cargo (APC) organizes the international transportation to get it where it needs to go.