Official Use of the BIR

This revenue regulations prescribes the rules and regulations governing the modes of disposition of seized/forfeited articles in line with Sections 130,131 and 225 of the National Internal Revenue Code (NIRC) of 1997, as amended. Per Section 131 of the NIRC, as amended, Excise Taxes on imported articles shall be paid by the owner or importer to the Custom Officers, comfortably with the regulations of the Department of Finance and before the release of such articles from the customs house, or by than those legally entitled to exemption. Articles confiscated shall be destroyed using the most environmentally friendly method available in accordance [...]