SSTI's Wooden Pallets Certifications - EPAL, ISPM 15, PEFC, FSC

EPAL certified pallets are premium wooden pallets overseen by the European Pallet Association e.V. (EPAL), guaranteeing their uniform standards for safety, sustainability, and compatibility in the European open pallet exchange system and beyond.

ISPM 15 certified pallets are wooden packaging materials that have undergone treatment to comply with the International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures No. 15 (ISPM 15), mandating heat treatment or methyl bromide fumigation to eliminate pests and inhibit the spread of invasive species.

FSC certification in India is a program by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) that offers a universally acknowledged label for forest products derived from sustainably managed forests. Businesses in India engaged in forest management or timber-related goods can have their operations and products certified, ensuring adherence to high environmental, social, and economic standards, including a chain-of-custody system to monitor products from forest to consumer. This optional certification aids consumers in making eco-friendly decisions and encourages sustainable forestry methods globally.

In India, PEFC certification is carried out via its supported national forest certification system, overseen by the Network for Certification and Conservation of Forests (NCCF). Businesses in the forest product supply chain can seek PEFC Chain of Custody (CoC) certification to confirm that their products originate from sustainably managed forests, with assessments carried out by independent organizations such as TÜV SÜD. Businesses need to adhere to set sustainability standards and manage as well as separate certified materials correctly along the supply chain to participate.