Pestex İlaçlama is an approved offshore BMSB treatment provider in Turkey, listed by the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) under AEI TR4041SB. We carry out methyl bromide and sulfuryl fluoride fumigation for Australia and New Zealand bound containers and cargo from Istanbul, and issue DAFF-format treatment certificates.
Who this is for
Exporters, importers and freight forwarders shipping goods from Turkey to Australia or New Zealand during the BMSB season. Turkey is a target risk country, so target high-risk goods need treatment by an approved provider before shipment. Certificates from unapproved providers in Turkey are not accepted by Australia.
Treatments we offer
| Treatment | Typical use | Key condition |
|---|
| Methyl bromide (MB) | Containers and break bulk | Commodity temperature must be above 10 °C during treatment |
| Sulfuryl fluoride (SF) | Containers and break bulk | Dose based on the estimated minimum temperature |
Both treatments follow the DAFF BMSB fumigation methodology: at least three monitoring tubes in enclosures of 30 m³ or more, a fan to distribute the fumigant, concentration readings at start and end, and ventilation before release.
How it works
- Send booking details: container number(s), commodity, packing type, loading location in Istanbul and planned sailing date.
- Consignment check: goods must allow the fumigant to reach every surface BMSB can access. Plastic shipping wrap may need to be opened or cut. We confirm this before treatment, not after.
- Fumigation: carried out and monitored under the DAFF methodology. All readings are recorded in the fumigation report.
- Certificate: issued on our letterhead with AEI TR4041SB, matching the address on the DAFF list.
- Shipping window: containers should be sealed and shipped within 120 hours of treatment completion, as required by DAFF.
Why Pestex
- Listed on the DAFF offshore BMSB treatment provider scheme under AEI TR4041SB.
- Licensed for fumigation by the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.
- Branches on both sides of Istanbul (Kadıköy and Zeytinburnu) plus Bandırma.
- Gas measurement and lashing services also available.
See all our official registrations (in Turkish, with links to each authority's list): Resmî Kayıtlarımız.
FAQ
Is Pestex an approved BMSB treatment provider?
Yes. Pestex is on the DAFF list of approved offshore BMSB treatment providers for Turkey under AEI TR4041SB. You can check the current status on the DAFF website using the link above.
Which BMSB treatments do you perform?
Methyl bromide and sulfuryl fluoride fumigation, following the DAFF BMSB methodologies.
When is the BMSB season?
BMSB seasonal measures apply to goods shipped from 1 September to 30 April. For the current season this is 1 September 2026 to 30 April 2027.
Do you treat cargo for New Zealand as well?
Yes. We treat cargo bound for both Australia and New Zealand. Check the latest MPI requirements for your goods before booking.
How fast can you schedule a treatment in Istanbul?
Send us your container details and sailing date. We confirm a slot after the consignment check.