3.2 Disinfection of empty cargo spaces
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3.2 Disinfection of empty cargo spaces

  3.2.1 An empty cargo space may be treated by any of the methods described, excepting the use of insecticidal lacquers. Care should be taken to avoid contamination and taint to subsequent cargoes. Examples of some commonly used pesticides are listed in the annex. (For precautions see 3.1.4.)

Parent topic: 3 Chemical Control of Insect Infestation
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