In a move to further strengthen the government’s campaign to safeguard public health, the Bureau of Customs (BOC) through the Port of Zamboanga successfully condemned forfeited assorted goods by dumping.
The items disposed of included 281 bales of used clothing or “ukay-ukay”, 153 sacks of sugar, and 28 boxes of medicines.
The disposed items were previously forfeited for violations of Republic Act No. 4653 and Republic Act No. 9711, in relation to Section 117 of the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act (CMTA).
“Uphold measures that protect public safety and ensure that only goods meeting legal and quality standards reach Filipino consumers.”
This undertaking aligns with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr’s directive to uphold measures that protect public safety and ensure that only goods meeting legal and quality standards reach Filipino consumers.
The proper disposal of these items helps maintain the safety of local markets by ensuring that non-compliant goods are kept out of the supply chain.
The condemnation was streamed live in accordance with Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno’s directive, ensuring full coverage and recording of condemnation activities to promote transparency and accountability in BOC operations.
“Beyond the seizure of illicit goods, we must ensure their proper and safe disposal to prevent risk or harm to the public and the environment,” Nepomuceno said.
Nepomuceno also highlighted the significance of the condemnation process.
“In line with our commitment to uphold transparency and integrity in all customs operations, we are also implementing the live broadcast of every condemnation activity.”
“In line with our commitment to uphold transparency and integrity in all customs operations, we are also implementing the live broadcast of every condemnation activity,” the customs chief added.
Representatives from the local government unit were also present during the activity. Additionally, the Sugar Regulatory Administration and the Commission on Audit were invited. While their representatives could not be physically present, both agencies closely monitored the activity through the live broadcast.
The condemnation was carried out pursuant to the provisions of Section 1145 of the CMTA, Customs Administrative Order 03-2020, and other relevant customs laws, rules, and regulations.
The full live recording of the condemnation proceedings may still be viewed on the official Facebook page of the BOC – Port of Zamboanga via the following link: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1H2fduFprA/?mibextid=wwXIfr
