On October 14th, over 20,000 red-spotted pufferfish were exported from the Rongcheng port in Shandong, China, heading directly to Japan. This significant shipment marks the largest export of farmed red-spotted pufferfish from the Rongcheng port so far this year, utilizing a “sea direct loading” method to minimize customs clearance time.
The red-spotted pufferfish is renowned for its delicious meat and high economic value, making it a vital aquaculture species along China’s northern coast. The majority of these fish are exported to Japan and South Korea, with some also supplied to the domestic market.
According to officials from the Shidao exit-entry border inspection station, they have established a “fast track” for fresh fish transportation to address the rigorous requirements for loading and transit times associated with live fish. This includes pre-declared customs processes, immediate processing of paperwork, and rapid inspections. Such measures ensure that the vessels carrying fresh pufferfish can leave the port promptly, facilitating their swift arrival in the market.
