ABOUT TC
Updated on: 05 December 2019
PROVISIONS OF THE CUSTOMS MODERNIZATION AND TARIFF ACT (CMTA)
Section 711 - Dumping Duty
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ R.A. 8752
▸ IRRs
▸ TC Order
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Primer on Dumping Duty
▸ TC Form 6-A
▸ TC Form 6-B
▸ TC Form 6-C
Section 712 - Safeguard Duty
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ R.A. 8800
▸ IRRs
▸ TC Order
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Primer on Safeguard Duty
▸ TC Form 5
Section 713 - Countervailing Duty
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ R.A. 8751
▸ IRRs
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Primer on Countervailing Duty
Section 714 - Discrimination by Foreign Countries
▸ CMTA Provisions
Section 1100 - Classification Ruling
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ TC Order 2017-01 (Advance Rulings)
▸ TC Order 2018-01 (Dispute Rulings)
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Form 1 (Fillable)
▸ TC Form 2 (Fillable)
Section 1603 - Functions of the Commission
▸ CMTA Provisions
Section 1608 - Flexible Clause
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Form 3 (Fillable)
Section 1609 - Promotion of Foreign Trade
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ TC Order
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Form 3 (Fillable)
▸ TC Form 4
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ R.A. 8752
▸ IRRs
▸ TC Order
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Primer on Dumping Duty
▸ TC Form 6-A
▸ TC Form 6-B
▸ TC Form 6-C
Section 712 - Safeguard Duty
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ R.A. 8800
▸ IRRs
▸ TC Order
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Primer on Safeguard Duty
▸ TC Form 5
Section 713 - Countervailing Duty
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ R.A. 8751
▸ IRRs
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Primer on Countervailing Duty
Section 714 - Discrimination by Foreign Countries
▸ CMTA Provisions
Section 1100 - Classification Ruling
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ TC Order 2017-01 (Advance Rulings)
▸ TC Order 2018-01 (Dispute Rulings)
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Form 1 (Fillable)
▸ TC Form 2 (Fillable)
Section 1603 - Functions of the Commission
▸ CMTA Provisions
Section 1608 - Flexible Clause
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Form 3 (Fillable)
Section 1609 - Promotion of Foreign Trade
▸ CMTA Provisions
▸ TC Order
▸ TC Procedure
▸ TC Form 3 (Fillable)
▸ TC Form 4
LATEST EOs ON TARIFF MODIFICATION
The following Executive Orders (EOs) were issued in 2018-2019:
| EO 85 | Reducing the Rates of Duty on Capital Equipment, Spare Parts and Accessories imported by Board of Investments -Registered New and Expanding Enterprises | 24 July 2019 |
| EO 82 | Modifying the Nomenclature and Rates of Import Duty on Certain Agricultural Products Under Section 1611 of Republic Act No. 10863, otherwise known as the Customs Modernization and Tariff Act | 17 June 2019 |
| EO 61 | Modifying the Rates of Import Duty on Certain Imported Articles in Order to Implement the Philippine Tariff Commitments Pursuant to the Free Trade Agreement Between the European Free Trade Association States and the Philippines | 10 August 2018 |
| EO 57 | Reducing the rates of duty on capital equipment, spare parts and accessories imported by Board of Investments - Registered new and expanding enterprises | 7 July 2018 |
The Philippine Tariff Finder went online in 2013 in celebration of the Tariff Commission’s 60th anniversary year.
In 2015, the facility was upgraded. The database was expanded to include Rules of Origin under the different Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) as well as applicable tariff rates pursuant to reciprocity arrangements under several FTAs. Multi-search options were also developed to facilitate comparative analysis.
The facility has been updated to the 2017 version of the ASEAN Harmonized Tariff Nomenclature (AHTN 2017) and carries all eleven (11) Philippine tariff schedules. The Product-Specific Rules of Origin have been updated for the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement, the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand FTA, and the ASEAN-Korea FTA.
Updated on: 01 January 2020
In 2015, the facility was upgraded. The database was expanded to include Rules of Origin under the different Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) as well as applicable tariff rates pursuant to reciprocity arrangements under several FTAs. Multi-search options were also developed to facilitate comparative analysis.
The facility has been updated to the 2017 version of the ASEAN Harmonized Tariff Nomenclature (AHTN 2017) and carries all eleven (11) Philippine tariff schedules. The Product-Specific Rules of Origin have been updated for the ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement, the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand FTA, and the ASEAN-Korea FTA.
Updated on: 01 January 2020
This Tariff Book is published by the Tariff Commission. It is based on the latest tariff nomenclature implemented by the Philippines and provides current Most Favoured Nation (MFN) and ASEAN Trade in Goods Agreement (ATIGA) tariff rates. For more information, please click here.
Updated on: 24 September 2019
Updated on: 24 September 2019
STATUS OF REQUESTS
EXECUTIVE ORDERS (EOs) ON TARIFF MODIFICATION
REPORTS ON TRADE REMEDY CASES
TARIFF AND TRADE TOPICS
NEW EMAIL ADDRESS
Effective 1 July 2019, the Commission shall use a new e-mail address: TC.Assist@mail.tariffcommission.gov.ph. Please course all communications with the Commission through said e-mail address starting on said date.
Posted on: 25 April 2019
Posted on: 25 April 2019
OPPORTUNITIES AND AWARDS
MORE RESOURCES
PHILIPPINE GOVERNMENT AGENDA
BAYANIHAN TO HEAL AS ONE ACT AND OTHER ISSUANCES
In view of the State of Public Health Emergency throughout the Philippines due to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-2019) declared under Presidential Proclamation (PP) No. 922, s. 2020 and the State of Calamity throughout the Philippines and the imposition of Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) throughout Luzon declared under PP No. 929, s. 2020, President Rodrigo R. Duterte signed Republic Act No. 11469, also known as the “Bayanihan to Heal As One Act”, on 24 March 2020. This law authorizes the President to exercise powers that are necessary and proper to carry out the declared national policy in Section 3 (of said Act) for three (3) months upon the law’s effectivity, unless extended by Congress.
The National Economic and Development Authority has issued a Report containing its recommendations to address the social and economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Joint Memorandum Circular No.1, s. 2020 issued by concerned government agencies provides special guidelines on the provision of social amelioration measures for Filipinos most affected by the ECQ.
PHILIPPINE DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2017-2022
The Philippine Development Plan 2017-2022 is the first medium-term plan to be anchored on the 0-10 point Socioeconomic Agenda. It is geared towards the "Ambisyon Natin 2040" which articulates the Filipino people's collective vision of a MATATAG, MAGINHAWA, AT PANATAG NA BUHAY PARA SA LAHAT. It also takes into account the country's international commitments such as the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
EXECUTIVE ORDER ON NATIONAL LONG-TERM VISION
President Rodrigo R. Duterte signed EO No. 5 in October 2016 approving and adopting the 25-year long-term vision entitled "AmBisyon Natin 2040" as guide for development planning.
In view of the State of Public Health Emergency throughout the Philippines due to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-2019) declared under Presidential Proclamation (PP) No. 922, s. 2020 and the State of Calamity throughout the Philippines and the imposition of Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) throughout Luzon declared under PP No. 929, s. 2020, President Rodrigo R. Duterte signed Republic Act No. 11469, also known as the “Bayanihan to Heal As One Act”, on 24 March 2020. This law authorizes the President to exercise powers that are necessary and proper to carry out the declared national policy in Section 3 (of said Act) for three (3) months upon the law’s effectivity, unless extended by Congress.
The National Economic and Development Authority has issued a Report containing its recommendations to address the social and economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Joint Memorandum Circular No.1, s. 2020 issued by concerned government agencies provides special guidelines on the provision of social amelioration measures for Filipinos most affected by the ECQ.
PHILIPPINE DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2017-2022
The Philippine Development Plan 2017-2022 is the first medium-term plan to be anchored on the 0-10 point Socioeconomic Agenda. It is geared towards the "Ambisyon Natin 2040" which articulates the Filipino people's collective vision of a MATATAG, MAGINHAWA, AT PANATAG NA BUHAY PARA SA LAHAT. It also takes into account the country's international commitments such as the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
EXECUTIVE ORDER ON NATIONAL LONG-TERM VISION
President Rodrigo R. Duterte signed EO No. 5 in October 2016 approving and adopting the 25-year long-term vision entitled "AmBisyon Natin 2040" as guide for development planning.
TC NEWS
Issuance of Joint Memorandum Circular Relative to the COVID-19 Situation
In view of the enactment of Republic Act (RA) No. 11469, otherwise known as the “Bayanihan to Heal as One Act”, brought about by the continuing rise of confirmed COVID-19 cases, the serious threat to health, safety, security and lives of our countrymen, the long-term adverse effects on their means of livelihood, and the severe disruption of economic activities, Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) No. 2020 – 02 was issued by the Departments of Finance and Trade and Industry on guidelines for the operations and incentives of enterprises engaged in the production of medicines, medical supplies and equipment, and their related raw materials and packaging while RA No. 11469 is in effect. Annex A of the JMC provides its product coverage.
For tariff classification and other JMC-related queries, please click below:
Advisory on TC Work Schedule/Scheme
In compliance with the Memorandum from the Office of the President (Community Quarantine over the Entire Luzon and Further Guidelines for the Management of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Situation) issued on 16 March 2020 and CSC Announcement No. 13, s. 2020 (Alternative Work Arrangement in Light of the Enhanced Community Quarantine over the Entire Luzon) issued on 17 March 2020, the Tariff Commission will be implementing a Work-From-Home Scheme and its office will be closed to clients and visitors from 17 March 2020 - 13 April 2020 or until further notice.
The Commission will also be temporarily suspending certain services. Please see Notice.
For inquiries related to Tariff Classification, reach us through Viber at 09491183891. For other immediate concerns, please continue to email us at TC.Assist@mail.tariffcommission.gov.ph and check this space for announcements.
Stay safe everyone!
In view of the enactment of Republic Act (RA) No. 11469, otherwise known as the “Bayanihan to Heal as One Act”, brought about by the continuing rise of confirmed COVID-19 cases, the serious threat to health, safety, security and lives of our countrymen, the long-term adverse effects on their means of livelihood, and the severe disruption of economic activities, Joint Memorandum Circular (JMC) No. 2020 – 02 was issued by the Departments of Finance and Trade and Industry on guidelines for the operations and incentives of enterprises engaged in the production of medicines, medical supplies and equipment, and their related raw materials and packaging while RA No. 11469 is in effect. Annex A of the JMC provides its product coverage.
For tariff classification and other JMC-related queries, please click below:
Advisory on TC Work Schedule/Scheme
In compliance with the Memorandum from the Office of the President (Community Quarantine over the Entire Luzon and Further Guidelines for the Management of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Situation) issued on 16 March 2020 and CSC Announcement No. 13, s. 2020 (Alternative Work Arrangement in Light of the Enhanced Community Quarantine over the Entire Luzon) issued on 17 March 2020, the Tariff Commission will be implementing a Work-From-Home Scheme and its office will be closed to clients and visitors from 17 March 2020 - 13 April 2020 or until further notice.
The Commission will also be temporarily suspending certain services. Please see Notice.
For inquiries related to Tariff Classification, reach us through Viber at 09491183891. For other immediate concerns, please continue to email us at TC.Assist@mail.tariffcommission.gov.ph and check this space for announcements.
Stay safe everyone!
ONGOING INVESTIGATIONS
Petitions for Tariff Modification
Investigation on Petitions for Tariff Modification on Frozen Potato Fries (AHTN 2017 subheading 2004.10.00) (Investigation No. MFN-2019-Frozen Potato Fries)
Please see the following Notices / References:
- Notice of Suspension issued on 19 March 2020
- Notice of Public Hearing issued on 11 March 2020
- Notice on the Conduct of Investigation issued on 24 October 2019
- Position Paper Template
Trade Remedy Cases
Expiry Review of the Definitive Anti-Dumping Duty on Imports of Wheat Flour from the Republic of Turkey (Investigation No. AD-2019-ER-WheatFlourTR)
Formal Investigation of Safeguard Measure Case on Float Glass (Investigation No. SG-2019-OC-Float Glass)
Please see the following Notices / References:
- Notice of Suspension issued on 19 March 2020
- Notice of Postponement of Public Hearing issued on 21 November 2019
- Commission Order issued on 12 September 2019
- Notice of Initiation of Expiry Review and Conduct of Preliminary Conference issued on 29 August 2019
- Notice of the Impending Expiry of the Effectivity of the Definitive Anti-Dumping Duty issued on 20 February 2019
Formal Investigation of Safeguard Measure Case on Float Glass (Investigation No. SG-2019-OC-Float Glass)
Please see the following Notices / References:
- Notice of Suspension issued on 19 March 2020
- Notice of Public Hearing issued on 24 January 2020
- Notice of Postponement of Public Hearing issued on 9 October 2019
- Commission Order issued on 16 August 2019
- Notice of Formal Investigation and Preliminary Conference issued on 05 August 2019
REVIEW OF AHTN
Conduct of Review of the ASEAN Harmonized Tariff Nomenclature (AHTN) 2017
Please see the following Notices / References:
- Notice on the Conduct of Review issued on 13 September 2019
- Notice on the Conduct of Review issued on 22 April 2019
- Briefer on the Review
- Template for Requests/Proposals
OTHER NEWS
TC IS ISO 9001-2015 CERTIFIED
Having met the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, the Management System of the Commission on the issuance of Advance Ruling on Tariff Classification under Section 1100 of the CMTA, including the Support Processes, was registered on 02 December 2018. The Commission successfully completed the annual surveillance audit on 25 October 2019 and received its Attestation for Continued Certification on 26 November 2019.
Please see Certificates.
PRC ACCREDITS TC AS CPD PROVIDER
As an accredited Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)-Continuing Professional Development (CPD) provider for Licensed Customs Brokers (LCBs), the Tariff Commission successfully conducted its first-ever “Seminar on Tariffs, Tariff Classification, International Trade and Trade Remedies”. Convened on 28 June 2019 at the Tariff Commission Conference Room, said Seminar was well-attended by LCBs, trade practitioners, and lawyers, among others.
The Commission’s continuing education program is intended as proactive assistance to LCBs and industry practitioners in raising/maintaining their competence in accordance with international standards of practice, hence helping ensure their greater overall contribution to uplifting the general welfare, economic growth, and development of the Philippines.
Please watch this space for the schedule of future Seminars.
Please see TC’s Certificate of Accreditation.
Having met the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, the Management System of the Commission on the issuance of Advance Ruling on Tariff Classification under Section 1100 of the CMTA, including the Support Processes, was registered on 02 December 2018. The Commission successfully completed the annual surveillance audit on 25 October 2019 and received its Attestation for Continued Certification on 26 November 2019.
Please see Certificates.
PRC ACCREDITS TC AS CPD PROVIDER
As an accredited Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)-Continuing Professional Development (CPD) provider for Licensed Customs Brokers (LCBs), the Tariff Commission successfully conducted its first-ever “Seminar on Tariffs, Tariff Classification, International Trade and Trade Remedies”. Convened on 28 June 2019 at the Tariff Commission Conference Room, said Seminar was well-attended by LCBs, trade practitioners, and lawyers, among others.
The Commission’s continuing education program is intended as proactive assistance to LCBs and industry practitioners in raising/maintaining their competence in accordance with international standards of practice, hence helping ensure their greater overall contribution to uplifting the general welfare, economic growth, and development of the Philippines.
Please watch this space for the schedule of future Seminars.
Please see TC’s Certificate of Accreditation.