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follows:
a. Reagents (Stock solutions)
(1) 1 gram of potassium ferricyanide dissolved in 100 ml of distilled water.
(2) 1 gram of potassium iodide dissolved in 100 ml of distilled water,
(3) Starch indicator solution. Make a paste of 1 gram of soluble starch in
about 5 ml of distilled water, add 100 ml of distilled water and boil for 1 minute with constant
stirring. Cool. Note: This solution is subject to biodegradation and therefore should not be used
longer than 3 days before a new batch is prepared.
b. Sprayer. A DeVilbiss No. 30 atomizer or equivalent.
4.6.2.3.2 Test procedure. Mix 10 ml each of the three stock solutions and pour into
the atomizer (sprayer). Spray mixture evenly over surface of dried wood. The solution will cause
the treated wood to turn a deep blue instantly while the untreated part will retain its original
color.
4.6.3 Presence of M-GARD W510 (copper naphthenate emulsifiable) or Cunapsol 5
(copper naphthenate) preservative. Time of immersion shall be observed when treated with M-
GARD W510 or Cunapsol 5, the pallet shall show evidence of discoloration. (6.14)
4.6.3.1 Materials and equipment. The materials and equipment required are as follows:
a. Reagent. Dissolve 0.5 grams chrome azurol "S" concentrate (see 6.14)
and 5.0 grams sodium acetate in 80 ml of distilled water and then dilute further to 500 ml total
with distilled water.
b. Sprayer. A common manual (fly) sprayer type applicator shall be used.
4.6.3.2 Test procedure. Spray solution over surface of dried treated wood. A deep
blue color reveals the presence of copper (from copper naphthenate).
4.7 Heat treatment. Heat treatment of wood shall be in conformance with ISPM 15.
a. Affiliation. The pallet manufacturer and the manufacturer of wood to build the pallet
shall be affiliated with an inspection agency accredited by the Board of Review of the American
Lumber Standard Committee.
b. Traceability. The pallet manufacturer and the manufacturer of wood used to build the
pallet shall ensure traceability of the heat treated lumber to the mill.
5. PACKAGING
5.1 Packaging. For acquisition purposes, the packaging requirements shall be as
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