Transfer of Functions and Organizational Responsibilities
- Functions and responsibilities of the Value Reference Information System (VRIS) transferred to the Chief of the Valuation and Classification Division (VCD).
- VCD Chief operates under the direct supervision of the Commissioner of Customs.
- The VCD Chief is authorized to form teams with sufficient staff to handle the additional functions effectively.
Specific Duties and Powers of the Chief, Valuation and Classification Division
- Monitor valuation and tariff classification of all imported goods irrespective of entry type (consumption, informal, warehousing), including goods in special economic zones like Subic and Clark.
- Access to electronic systems such as E2M/ACOS and other relevant import electronic files granted.
- Issue clearance for release of all imported brand new and used motor vehicles on behalf of the Commissioner.
- Issue clearance for all imported excisable articles as defined under the National Internal Revenue Code (NIRC).
- Coordinate with the Management Information Systems Technical Group (MISTG) on electronic posting of valuation data and on hardware/software support.
- Recommend issuance of Alert Orders for shipments suspected of violating Tariff and Customs Code of the Philippines (TCCP) or other related laws.
- Recommend issuance of Warrants of Seizure and Detention (WSD) where applicable.
- Refer customs valuation, tariff classification, and preferential tariff treatment disputes to appropriate dispute settlement offices such as the Valuation and Classification Review Committee (VCRC).
- Coordinate with other government agencies and concerned private sectors.
- Maintain and secure all VRIS information and related records.
- Submit periodic reports to the Commissioner of Customs as required.
- Perform additional functions as may be assigned by the Commissioner.
Role and Support of the Management Information Systems Technical Group (MISTG)
- Provide full technical and operational support to the VCD.
- Facilitate secure and responsible access to electronic systems including E2M/ACOS and Electronic Manifest Data without needing prior Commissioner clearance.
Repealing Clause
- Customs Memorandum Orders Nos. 7-2001 and 4-2006 are repealed in whole.
- Any other customs orders or memoranda inconsistent with this Order are considered amended or revoked accordingly.
Effectivity
- This Customs Memorandum Order takes effect immediately upon adoption on February 24, 2010.