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Does an ISPM 15 stamp allow palletised recycling to cross borders?

By PalletChecker · AI-assisted, source-linked guidance

Reviewed 2026-10-03 · Source backed guidance; shipment and site specific assessment required

Applies to: UK cross-border waste shipments; destination specific

The stamp addresses regulated wood packaging, not the legality of the waste shipment. Waste export controls depend on the waste, destination, recovery or disposal operation and applicable procedure. Confirm those controls before booking transport even where all wooden pallets are correctly marked.

What to check next

• Classify the recycling material as waste or product.
• Confirm the waste-shipment route with the competent regulator.

Sources

• GOV.UK: waste export and import

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