SEC. 53. They shall report to the surveyor any perishable or explosive articles among the cargoes to be discharged. They shall endeavor to save to the owners of goods intended for immediate export or transportation the cost of sending their goods to warehouses by retaining them on the vessel or wharf until the owners can obtain a delivery permit, provided that such retention does not delay the unlading of other goods and is not protracted beyond the period named in the customs regulations.
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CitationAct No. 355 Section 53 (LawPlayer, data as of 2026-07-04)
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