Title
Revision of Customs Memorandum on Import Entry Forms
Law
Boc Memorandum Order No. 1-96a
Decision Date
Dec 28, 1999
The Bureau of Customs revises the Import Entry and Internal Revenue Declaration (B.C. Form 236) to enhance trade facilitation, align with the WTO Valuation System, and support the implementation of a computerized entry processing system, ensuring accurate trade statistics and improved customs procedures.
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Coverage and Form Details

  • Revised IEIRD and Rider(s) must conform to the specified form, style, and configuration.
  • Applies to both consumption and warehousing procedures; declarants use a procedure code.
  • The form consists of seven pre-numbered copies distributed to designated agencies.
  • IEIRD is divided into sections covering Trade Operators, General Data, Transportation, Financial info, Goods Description, Procedure, Valuation, Additional Info, Assessment, Accounting, and Certifications.
  • Data must be entered accurately within designated boxes; non-applicable fields marked as NA.
  • Delivery and Gatekeeper copies exclude assessment data, replacing with cargo accounting info.
  • IEIRD and related documents must be completed regardless of ACOS operation.

Definitions of Key Terms and Data Fields

  • Exporter/Supplier, Importer/Consignee, Broker/Attorney-In-Fact identified by full name, address, and Tax Identification Number (TIN).
  • Declaration Type, Office Code, Registry/Manifest Number, and specific codes for procedure and valuation methods are used.
  • Freight, insurance, and other charges inclusive in dutiable value.
  • Special codes for tentative release fees linked to contested security amounts.
  • Country of Export differs from Country of Origin; codes are standardized.
  • Vessel/Aircraft, Container codes, Terms of Delivery, Local Carrier, Transshipment Port, and Port of Destination need clear designation.
  • Banking and financial details including payment terms and bank codes required.

Procedure to Accomplish the IEIRD

  • Proper coding and numbering for all boxes in the form is mandatory; detailed instructions for each box specified.
  • Multiple items may be declared in one entry with itemization and coding using the Harmonized System (HS) codes.
  • Combining commodity codes is allowed under strict conditions and authorized by the District Collector.
  • Weight, supplementary units, and detailed description of goods are required for accurate classification and valuation.
  • Valuation section includes relationship status between buyer and seller and related financial considerations.
  • Entry must be signed by Importer and Broker/Attorney-In-Fact, with original handwritten signatures fulfilling legal requirements under Section 1301, TCCP.

Valuation and Tax Assessment

  • Customs value declared in foreign currency and converted to Philippine Pesos using official exchange rates.
  • Valuation methods aligned with WTO rules must be declared.
  • Duties and taxes must be assessed including Customs Duty, Excise Tax, VAT, Fines, Dumping Duty, and Countervailing Duty as applicable.
  • Payment or guarantee of payment must be indicated with method of payment codes.
  • Entry processing fee is P250; rounding rules for total assessment specified.

Handling and Security Measures

  • IEIRD and its attachments must not be marked, folded, or creased to preserve document integrity.
  • After registration in ACOS, alterations or unauthorized handling are prohibited.

Effectivity

  • The revised order supersedes previous Customs Memorandum Order 1-96 and takes effect with implementation of CMO 25-99.

This summary captures the comprehensive procedural, form, legal, and operational aspects of the revised Import Entry and Internal Revenue Declaration (B.C. Form 236) as mandated by BOC Memorandum Order 1-96A, detailing its application for customs clearance, valuation, and taxation operations in the Philippines.


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