CUSTOMS ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 008-90

: Section 608 of the Tariff and Customs Code, as amended by Presidential Decree No. 1464, empowers the establishment of a uniform rate for brokerage fees.
: The brokerage fee is P590.63 for a formal entry of imported articles with a C & F/CIF value up to P10,000.00.
: No, these charges are for the account of the importer/exporter and are separate from the customs brokerage fee, provided they are properly described and supported by receipts.
: The brokerage fee for each informal entry is P312.91.
: The customs brokerage fee for export entries or export permits is one-half (1/2) of the rates provided for formal import entries.
: It covers services rendered by a customs broker or brokerage firm in making, signing, filing the import/export entry, and follow-up work necessary for final release of shipment from Customs custody.
: The term 'port' includes all sub-ports under it, so the brokerage fee applies uniformly across all ports and sub-ports.
: For the amount exceeding P200,000.00, a brokerage fee of one-eighth of one percent is charged on the excess amount.
: The brokerage fee is P590.63 for each shipside permit obtained and P590.63 for each transfer permit obtained.
: Yes, it supersedes CAO No. 3-89 and all other inconsistent rules, regulations, or orders.