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In the name of public service and dedication to the empowerment of the next
generation of Filipino Customs Brokers, I offer this handout free of charge.
● Perishable Goods: These can be stored up to three (3) months from their arrival
date. If there's a valid reason, the storage period can be extended by another
three (3) months, but only with a written request.
ALLOWABLE IMPORTATIONS IN CBWS
● Importations must adhere to the limits set by the CBW's authority/license.
Specifically:
1. Type of Raw Materials: Importations should align with the designated H.S.
Tariff lines.
2. Volume/Quantity Limits: There's a set limit for the volume or quantity
(measured in units like square meters, kilograms, or liters) of raw
materials a CBW can import.
3. Industry-Specific Customs Bonded Warehouses (ICBWs):
● They should only serve the Client End-Users designated in their
license.
● Only the specific raw materials, based on their H.S. Tariff lines, can
be transferred/sold to these clients.
● There's a set limit on the quantity/volume (in specific units) that can
be transferred/sold per client.
● Important Note: Unauthorized goods or those exceeding the permitted volume
and quantity under the CBW's license will incur duties and taxes.
2. Legal Service
● Recommending action on the application within 20 days from the
receipt of the Motion, based on the clearly stated grounds in the
Motion.
3. Commissioner
● Affirming or reversing the previous denial within 7 days of receiving
the Legal Service's recommendation.
C. Alternative to Motion for Reconsideration
1. The applicant can choose to file a new application instead of filing a
Motion for Reconsideration.
2. District Collector
● Upon receiving the application, refer it to the WID/equivalent unit.
● The WID/equivalent unit will conduct a physical inspection of the
premises.
● The unit then submits their recommendation to the District Collector.
● Decide on the WID/equivalent unit's recommendation within three (3)
working days after receiving it.
● Structural changes and additional facilities must receive the District
Collector's approval.
● Notify the Commissioner through the Deputy Commissioner, AOCG about
the CBW's structural changes or additional facilities. This information will
be added to the CBW's 201 File.
● Send the entry to the appropriate divisions or, in specific cases, to the
Collection Division.
7. District Collector:
● If seizure is warranted, the entry, along with recommendations, will be
forwarded.
8. Account Officer:
● Enter necessary information from the Goods Declaration into a logbook.
9. WDRD/Equivalent Unit:
● Safely store the Goods Declaration and its supporting documents.
10. Chief of the Operating Division:
● Issue a Mission Order for a customs guard to oversee the transfer of LCL
shipments to the CBW.
11. Customs Warehouse at CBW:
● Receive goods upon presentation of the Transfer Note.
● Check the packaging and cargo condition. Note any tampering and report
it.
12. CBW Operator:
● Follow CMO No. 04-2020 procedures for the E-TRACC System.
● Upon the shipment's arrival at the CBW and presentation of the Transfer
Note (Boatnote) and TSAD copy, acknowledge receipt by stamping
"RECEIVED" on the approved TSAD copy. Forward this to the Deputy
Collector for Operations for system tagging.
● Ensure no goods are stripped from the container unless the Goods
Declaration for Warehousing has been filed for the transited goods.
6. CCBW Delivery Protocols:
● For CCBWs, ensure delivery from the Port of Discharge goes to the
mother warehouse where the Customs seal under the E-TRACC system
will be disarmed.
7. Note:
● A WSAD must be filed within five days from the transfer date to the CBW.
● The practice of filing WSAD continues until the Bureau implements a
multi-purpose declaration in its E2M system.
● Containerized goods' transfer from the port of discharge to the CBW must
align with procedures in CMO 04-2020 on the E-TRACC System
implementation.
Withdrawal for Sale of Bonded Goods from ICBWs to its Accredited Client
End-User
A. Withdrawal for Sale to MCBWs/Freezone-Registered Enterprise/Locator:
1. ICBW Operator:
● Can withdraw imported goods for sale without the payment of
duties and taxes, subject to conditions.
● Applies for Authority to Sell of bonded goods in writing to the
District Collector.
2. Customs Examiner:
● Examines the bonded goods for sale/transfer.
● Signs the CI (BC Form 218) which reflects necessary details like
WSAD number, ICBW address, goods description, value, and
more.
3. ICBW:
● Files a Goods Declaration for Constructive Export covering the
bonded goods sold prior to actual transfer.
● Prepares the Requisition Slip and files it with the Warehouseman of
the MCBW.
4. Warehousemen:
● Conducts inventory of goods to be sold/transferred and fills out the
Withdrawal Form.
● Prepares a Transfer Note (Boatnote) for the transfer of goods.
B. Airline Catering ICBW:
1. ICBW Operator:
● Must apply for withdrawal of bonded goods within the prescribed
storage period.
● Requests for examination of finished goods before set-up and
loading.
2. Assigned Warehouseman:
● Checks documents and approves release of raw materials.
● Supervises packing, loading, and prepares the Transfer Note.
3. Customs Examiner:
● Examines the bonded goods and signs the CI.
C. Airline ICBW:
1. ICBW Operator:
● Requests for examination of bonded goods before release.
PERIOD TO LIQUIDATE
1. Importer
● Submit complete documents for liquidation of WSAD within a
non-extendible 60-day period post complete and full exportation.
● The 60-day period is also applicable when complete exportation occurs
before the end of the prescribed storage term.
● The maximum duration for submission is 30 days post the storage period's
expiration.
● Late submissions, beyond the 30-day limit, will be subjected to penalties
under Section 15 of Customs Administrative Order (CAO) No. 01-2022.
● Until the RMLS and other ICT-enabled systems are integrated with the
AIMS for CBWs in the Bureau's computer system, the described
procedure will be followed.
5. District Collector:
● If the importer doesn't pay deficiencies within ten (10) working days from
receipt:
● Recommend CBW Operator's importer/exporter accreditation revocation.
● Suspend warehousing privileges or close CBW.
● Pursue administrative and judicial remedies per law and regulations.
● The District Collector can also recommend a full CBW audit by the Post
Clearance Audit Group (PCAG).
1. WMAU-PCAG.
2. Investigation Prosecution Division of the Customs Intelligence
Investigation Service (IPD-CIIS).
3. Legal Service.
● Purpose:
1. To audit.
2. Investigate.
3. Potentially file administrative, civil, and criminal cases against
non-compliant CBW Operators violating relevant laws, customs
rules, and regulations.