What materials are not available for export packaging?

Straw: The United States strictly prohibits the import of straw-type packaging; the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, and Cyprus also have corresponding regulations.

Cotton: Cotton-producing countries such as Egypt ban cotton packaging from entering the country.

Bamboo, wood: Japan refuses to pack and import bamboos; the United States, Canada, and Australia require that wooden packaging must be treated with fumigation, antisepsis, etc. before entering the country; otherwise, it will be disposed of as required.

Carton: Germany requires that the surface of the carton not be waxed, oiled, or coated with plastic. Water-soluble pigments must not be used for printing on cartons. Oil-soluble inks cannot be used.

Sack bags and used bags: Australia, New Zealand prohibits the use of used bags, and the Philippines requires that the sacks must be fumigated before entering the country.

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