When exporting (or importing) your packaging must take into consideration any infestation concerns. Since food products are closely controlled, this mostly comes into play when using wood pallets, boxes or crates. Specifically, the long-horn beetle has become an international concern sparking a current and very strict set of shipping regulations outlined in ISPM 15.
Export packing can also reference packing for protection from environmental exposure. Commonly in commercial cargo, export packaging includes a vapor barrier material such as MIL-B-131 and other moisture prevention and/or moisture absorption materials.
Military export packaging often also includes corrosion protection such as surface lubricants or other chemicals used to avoid corrosion from salt or air.
Depending on the type of containerization, export packaging may also include protection from sun, wind, sand, etc.
Export shipping containers are often constructed differently for strength and to allow for more lifting and transporting options. This is due to lesser controls and equipment used in other countries. Containers need to be designed to survive greater abuse and in general greater exposure to the elements.