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Methyl Bromide Compliance Dossier

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Safety Data Sheet (SDS) - Methyl Bromide

This SDS applies to methyl bromide used only during container fumigation, performed by licensed fumigation contractors after goods are fully packed and sealed. Artisan Furniture does not purchase, store, handle, or apply methyl bromide.

Purpose and Scope

This SDS covers container-entry safety, ventilation protocols, worker precautions, and confirms no product exposure.

Chemical Classification

Methyl bromide is a toxic inhalation hazard permitted under Quarantine and Pre-Shipment rules only.

Form of Use

The fumigant is introduced only as gas into sealed containers by accredited fumigators. No Artisan Furniture staff handle the gas.

Container Fumigation Process

Packed goods → Sealed container → Gas injected → Exposure → Ventilation by fumigator → Container released.

Hazards (Container Only)

Risk exists only if a sealed container is opened before ventilation. It does not apply during manufacturing or packing.

Worker Safety

Do not open or enter containers before fumigator clearance. Do not remove fumigation warnings.

Product Exposure

Finished furniture is sealed in cartons. Methyl bromide does not bind to wood, lacquer, wax, textiles, or leather.

Fumigation Documentation

Artisan Furniture receives one NSPM-12 fumigation certificate confirming fumigation, exposure, and aeration.

Technical Fumigation Protocol

Container fumigation occurs only after goods are fully packed and sealed. Gas affects only the container atmosphere.

Protocol Steps

  1. Pack goods.
  2. Seal container.
  3. Inject gas.
  4. Exposure.
  5. Ventilation.
  6. Release.

Gas Behaviour

Methyl bromide diffuses through container airspace and dissipates rapidly once doors are opened.

Contact With Goods

No contact occurs. Products remain chemically unaffected and residue-free.

Compliance Alignment

Process aligns with international quarantine and pre-shipment requirements.

Importer Assurance

Products are safe, compliant, chemical-free, and released only after accredited fumigation.

CONTRACTUAL CROSS-REFERENCE
To be read in conjunction with the Returns Policy

Published January 2026 | Effective from January 2026 until Superseded or Amended