Fixed Value of the Argentina Peso for Duty Assessment
- The Argentina peso is officially valued at ?0.40 in Philippine currency.
- This value corresponds to $0.20 in United States currency.
- This fixed value is used specifically for the purposes of assessing and collecting customs duties.
Purpose and Application
- The prescribed value serves as the official exchange benchmark in customs matters.
- It facilitates uniformity and consistency in duty calculation on imports denominated in Argentina pesos.
Formalization and Effectivity
- The proclamation was signed by the President of the Philippines, Elpidio Quirino.
- It was executed and sealed in Manila on July 13, 1951.
Administrative Endorsement
- The document is countersigned by Marciano Roque, Acting Assistant Executive Secretary, verifying administrative authenticity.