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Customs seizes P15M worth of PPEs suspected to be smuggled
Authorities seized approximately P15 million worth of suspected smuggled personal protective equipment (PPEs) in three shops located in Sta. Cruz, Manila.
The raid, conducted by Customs agents and Coast Guard personnel on March 31, uncovered boxes containing various protective gears like gloves, surgical masks, N95 masks, and goggles.
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) is investigating the possibility that these shipments were misdeclared as general merchandise during importation.
Smuggled PPEs can pose a health risk to users if they do not meet government safety standards.
Shop owners have been given 15 days to present documents proving legal importation; failure to do so could lead to smuggling charges.
The BOC remains committed to expediting the importation of necessary medical supplies while also ensuring their safety and compliance with standards.
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