BOC Subic Destroys ₱129-Million Worth of Abandoned Cigarettes

The Bureau of Customs (BOC) Port of Subic has successfully condemned and destroyed three 40-foot containers containing approximately 3,000 cases of assorted-brand cigarettes valued at ₱129.065 million, reinforcing its commitment to proper customs enforcement and the lawful disposal of abandoned goods.
The destruction was conducted from July 28 to August 3, 2026, at Legaxy 88 Recyclable Materials Collection Services in Santa Maria, Bulacan, the Port’s accredited disposal facility. The condemned cigarettes, which had been declared abandoned, were destroyed through shredding and pyrolysis in accordance with established disposal procedures.
To ensure transparency and accountability, the disposal activities were livestreamed through the Port of Subic’s official YouTube account [https://www.youtube.com/@BOC – PortofSubic], allowing the public to witness the destruction process.
The three containers form part of 10 containers of abandoned cigarettes identified for disposal, with a total estimated value of approximately ₱413 million. To date, three containers have been successfully condemned and destroyed.
Following the destruction of the initial three containers, condemnation and disposal activities for the remaining seven containers are ongoing and are being livestreamed through the Port of Subic’s official YouTube channel to promote transparency and public accountability throughout the disposal process.
The Port of Subic emphasized that all disposal activities are conducted in coordination with the appropriate committees and accredited disposal facilities to ensure that condemned goods are properly accounted for, rendered unusable, and disposed of in accordance with the law.
Under the leadership of Commissioner Ariel F. Nepomuceno, and guided by District Collector Atty. Geniefelle P. Lagmay and Auction and Cargo Disposal Unit Chief Ronald P. Arzadon, the Port of Subic continues to uphold its commitment to safeguarding government revenue, securing the country’s borders, and promoting transparency and accountability in customs operations.