CODEX STAN 189-1993 Standard for Dried Shark Fins
1. SCOPE
This Standard applies to dried shark fins intended for further processing.
2. DESCRIPTION
2.1 PRODUCT DEFINITION
Dried shark fins are the dorsal and pectoral fins cut in the form of an arc and the lower lobe of the caudal fin cut straight, from which all flesh has been removed, and are cut from species of sharks which are safe for human consumption.
2.2 PROCESS DEFINITION
The fins shall be subjected to a drying process so as to meet the requirements of Section 3.2.4 and shall comply with the conditions laid down hereafter.
