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RA 10863

RA 10863

The Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA) plays a central role in Philippine customs enforcement, guiding operations such as drug interdiction, seizure of smuggled goods, and regulation of imports. Recent actions by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) under the CMTA have led to the seizure of millions of pesos worth of illegal drugs, counterfeit goods, and misdeclared items at major ports and airports. These efforts highlight the BOC's commitment to upholding national laws and protecting public health and economic interests.

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Recent developments on RA 10863

Fri, September 5, 2025 at 12:58 PM

P75M shabu from Mexico seized in Pampanga

Anti-narcotics operatives seized over P75 million worth of crystal methamphetamine, locally known as "shabu," hidden inside a water chiller within a parcel originating from Mexico.

Thu, August 21, 2025 at 3:36 PM

BOC destroys smuggled agricultural products in Subic

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) disposed of five containers of smuggled agricultural products at the Port of Subic last week due to potential health hazards.

Mon, August 18, 2025 at 1:03 PM

BOC temporarily removes online tax calculator for system upgrade

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has temporarily removed its Online Duty and Tax Calculator (ODTC) for system upgrades to ensure accuracy.

Thu, July 31, 2025 at 3:10 PM

BOC seizes P40.5M in misdeclared vape, wax from China

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) seized approximately P40.5 million worth of misdeclared vape products and other regulated goods originating from China at the Manila International Container Port (MICP).

Tue, July 1, 2025 at 11:53 AM

BOC seizes P34M smuggled agri products at Port of Manila

Approximately P34 million worth of smuggled agricultural products, including onions and mackerel, were seized by the Bureau of Customs (BOC) at the Port of Manila.

Thu, June 26, 2025 at 3:38 PM

NAIA intercepts HK-bound passenger with $580k undeclared cash

Authorities at NAIA Terminal 3 intercepted a Hong Kong-bound passenger carrying undeclared cash amounting to USD580,000 and PHP1.2 million.

Sat, June 21, 2025 at 8:28 AM

P219.5M smuggled fuel seized in La Union, 21 nabbed

Authorities in La Union have confiscated smuggled fuel worth P219.5 million and arrested 21 individuals during a joint operation.

Sat, June 14, 2025 at 9:03 PM

Malaysian national nabbed at NAIA with P29.7M shabu

Airport authorities apprehended a Malaysian national at NAIA Terminal 3 on June 14 for attempting to smuggle P29.7 million worth of shabu.

Fri, June 13, 2025 at 7:48 PM

BOC-NAIA seizes P7.9M worth of marijuana from Thailand

The Bureau of Customs - Ninoy Aquino International Airport (BOC-NAIA) seized parcels containing kush marijuana valued at P7.9 million.

Tue, June 3, 2025 at 10:54 AM

P6.85 million shabu seized at Naia; recipient arrested

Authorities at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (Naia) intercepted a package containing suspected shabu worth P6.85 million, leading to the arrest of its recipient.