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Does heat treatment stop mould growing on a pallet?

By PalletChecker · AI-assisted, source-linked guidance

Reviewed 2026-10-03 · Source backed guidance

Applies to: General engineering guidance; equipment and receiving-site specifications

Pest treatment and moisture management are different. A treated pallet can subsequently become wet or develop mould. TIMCON guidance addresses drying, ventilation and storage controls; an HT mark does not establish a dry or clean pallet.

What to check next

• Agree a drying and acceptance specification where moisture matters.
• Segregate suspect stock and ask the receiving quality team about contaminated goods.

Sources

• TIMCON mould guidance

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