Zendease on Guarding Agricultural Ecosystems and International Trade

Quarantine plays a pivotal role in the export of plants and plant products, safeguarding not only the agricultural ecosystems of the exporting country and also ensuring the integrity of international trade

Why is it important?

1. Prevents the spread of Plant Pest Organisms (OPTs)

Quarantine measures are designed to certify that exported plants and plant products are free from Plant Pest Organisms targeted by destination counties. Prevents the unintentional transmission of pests, preserving the health of global agricultural systems

2. Aligned with the Policies of the Destination Country

Quarantine ensures that the exported goods adhere to the Indonesian policies. Fostering international trade relationships, reduces risk of rejections, and facilitates smoother cross-border transactions

3. Preserving Biodiversity

Implementing quarantine measures, nations contribute to the preservation of global biodiversity. Helps PROTECT native flora and fauna in both exporting and importing countries

4. Mitigating Economic Risks

Quarantine acts as a crucial risk mitigation strategy by certifying the health of exported plants. Countries reduce the economic risks associated with potential crop damage, trade disruptions, and the introduction of invasive species.

Here are the KEY REQUIREMENTS for Exporting Plants and Plant Products Within the Territory of the Republic of Indonesia

1. Plant Quarantine Requirements for Exports
• First, Report and submit to the Plant Quarantine Officer at the place of release for plant quarantine measures
• Second Issued through a designated place of expenditure; based on Minister of Agriculture Regulation 20 of 2019
• Lastly, accompanied by a Phytosanitary Certificate (PC) issued by the Agricultural Quarantine Agency; Apart from the phytosanitary certificate, there are also several cases where other additional documents must be included.
2. Additional Obligations
• Production Permit Letter from the Minister of Agriculture, for plant seeds;
• Treatment certificate or Fumigation Certificate (if required by the destination country);
• Packing declaration (for wooden packaging);
• Cargo manifest/Invoice/Bill of Loading (B/L)/Air way bill (AWB);

So, How do you quarantine products before exporting them to the destination country?

Navigating through all the necessary tasks can be overwhelming for some individuals and companies. That's precisely why 1export is here to assist, ensuring that all your plant quarantine requirements are expertly managed for a seamless export experience!

List of quarantine facilities in Indonesia that 1export can manage

• Jakarta (Cengkareng airport + Tanjung Priok Port)
• Semarang
• Surabaya
• Lampung

Additionally, we possess expertise in managing the export of other agricultural products to various destinations, including

• Walnut
• Raisin
• Honey Sweet Potato
• And other fresh produce/products

Don’t stress over quarantine matters; entrust everything to Zendease by 1export. Send your phytosanitary inquiries to our email at indonesia@1export.com

• https://karantinaindonesia.go.id/hal/EKSPOR-TUMBUHAN-DAN-PRODUK-TUMBUHAN
• https://tanjungpinang.karantina.pertanian.go.id/persyaratan-karantina-tumbuhan
• https://www.kompas.id/baca/ekonomi/2023/07/24/peleburan-badan-karantina-jadi-modal-ri-dalam-perdagangan
• https://www.rri.co.id/jawa-tengah/bisnis/208056/komoditas-pertanian-untuk-ekspor-impor-wajib-lewati-pemeriksaan-karantina