Jambi Customs Destroys Illegal Goods Worth Rp 3.6 Billion from 115 Enforcement Actions

The Jambi Customs and Excise Office destroyed various illegal goods resulting from customs and excise enforcement actions, with a total value reaching Rp 3.65 billion, on Wednesday (24/6/2026). The destroyed items were the product of 115 enforcement operations conducted by Jambi Customs between June 2025 and May 2026. Illicit cigarettes dominated the haul, totalling 4,708,484 sticks. The estimated value of these goods reached Rp 3.52 billion, with potential state losses prevented amounting to Rp 3.44 billion. In addition, customs also destroyed 326.05 litres of illegal beverages containing ethyl alcohol (MMEA), valued at approximately Rp 21.7 million, with potential state losses of Rp 32.93 million. Beyond illegal excisable goods, the destruction also targeted imported goods that did not comply with statutory provisions. These items included 300 cartons of expired canned drinks, 26 cartons of expired condensed creamer, 67 used processor units, 10 used tablets and laptops, and two used mobile phones. The total value of the destroyed illegal imported goods was estimated at Rp 103.3 million. Overall, the value of the destroyed goods reached approximately Rp 3.65 billion, with estimated state losses prevented amounting to Rp 3.48 billion. Head of the Jambi Customs Office, Dafit Kasianto, said the destruction activity was proof of Customs’ commitment, together with law enforcement officials, to eradicating the circulation of illegal goods. ‘This destruction is not only a follow-up to law enforcement results, but also a firm message that the state is present to protect the public from the circulation of illegal goods. Strong synergy between Customs, the Indonesian National Armed Forces, the National Police, the Prosecutor’s Office, local government, and related agencies is the key to successful supervision in the Jambi Province region,’ he stated. He also emphasised that the success of supervision could not be separated from the support of various parties, from law enforcement officials and local governments to business actors who contribute to customs and excise supervision. Going forward, Jambi Customs invites all parties, including the public, to play an active role in eradicating the circulation of illegal goods, particularly illegal excisable goods and dangerous goods from abroad. This effort is expected to provide a deterrent effect to violators while strengthening inter-agency synergy in safeguarding state revenue and protecting the public.