Unable To Show Documents, 80 Kg Of Shark Cylinders Enter Ambon Confiscated By Maluku BKHIT

MALUKU - Maluku Fish and Plant Quarantine Center (BKHIT) stated that it had thwarted the delivery of uncertified shark fins from and to Ambon with a total weight of 80 kilograms (kg).

"This delivery prevention was carried out because the owner could not show the quarantine documents to our officers," said Maluku BKHIT Officer Dandy in Ambon, Monday, January 20, confiscated by Antara.

He revealed that quarantine officers detained 80 kilograms of shark fins that entered Ambon. Then the owner asked for the goods to be returned to Manokwari.

"Before being returned, it must still be accompanied by quarantine documents, but the owner did not apply for the quarantine documents," he said.

Therefore, his party also detained the delivery of 80 kilograms of shark fins which would be sent to Manokwari and then destroyed.

He also explained that the procedure for sending shark fins through the Animal and Plant Quarantine Center (BKHIT) began with submission of applications by the owner, accompanied by business license documents, certificate of origin and identity.

After that, BKHIT conducts visual and physical checks, sampling for laboratory tests if necessary, and issuance of an Animal Health Certificate (SKH) as well as a transportation permit.

Packaging and packing must meet international standards. This whole process takes 1-3 working days with inspection costs in accordance with BKHIT regulations.

"It is important to ensure that shark fins come from legitimate sources and meet health and safety standards," he said.

The reason, he said, was that shark fin checks at BKHIT were an important process to ensure health, safety and product quality. This examination prevents the spread of disease, contamination and ensures consumption safety.

In addition, this inspection also increases export value, prevents export rejection and builds customer confidence. By monitoring the shark population and preventing illegal trade, this inspection supports marine conservation and sustainability.

This examination also ensures compliance with international and national regulations, preventing sanctions and penalties.