Generally speaking, fumigation regulations apply to unfinished wood packaging materials such as wood pallets or crates in which merchandise is shipped. These wooden containers must be fumigated in the country of export, as confirmed by the presence of a special stamp directly on the wood itself or by an accompanying official certificate. Under no circumstances may the fumigation be carried out in Canada.
Finished wood products that have been treated, painted or varnished are not subject to fumigation or to phytosanitary certification.