Non-Exhaustive List of Prohibited and Regulated Products
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NON-EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF PROHIBITED AND REGULATED PRODUCTS
DEPARTMENT OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES | ||
| 1 | Air conditioners | |
| 2 | Electric airpots | |
| 3 | Electric blenders | |
| 4 | Electric coffeemakers | |
| 5 | Electric fans | |
| 6 | Electric food mixers | |
| 7 | Electric food processors | |
| 8 | Electric grills | |
| 9 | Electric heaters | |
| 10 | Electric irons | |
| 11 | Electric juicers | |
| 12 | Electric kettles | |
| 13 | Electric multi-cookers | Consumer Act of the Philippines (RA7394) and Standards Law (RA4109), DAO 2 Series of 2007 |
| 14 | Electric pens | |
| 15 | Electric pressure cookers | |
| 16 | Electric rice cookers | |
| 17 | Electric slow cookers | |
| 18 | Electric toasters | |
| 19 | Microwave ovens | |
| 20 | Ovens | |
| 21 | Refrigerators | |
| 22 | Spin extractors | |
| 23 | Turbo broilers | |
| 24 | Washing machines | |
| CONSUMER ELECTRONICS | ||
| 26 | CD/DVD/BD/Blu-ray disc players | |
| 27 | Television Set | |
| LIGHTING AND WIRING DEVICES | ||
| 28 | Accessories of electric vehicle charging equipment or station | |
| 29 | Christmas lights/Lighting chains | |
| 30 | Circuit breakers | |
| 31 | Double-capped fluorescent lamps | |
| 32 | Indoor screw lamp holders | |
| 33 | Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment and Station for charging electric road vehicle | |
E-COMMERCE BUREAU
| 34 | Electronic ballasts | |
| 35 | Extension cord sets | |
| 36 | Fuseholders | |
| 37 | Fuses | |
| 38 | Incandescent lamps (Bulbs) | |
| 39 | Knife switches | |
| 40 | Lamp holders for tubular fluorescent lamps | |
| 41 | Lamp starters | |
| 42 | Plugs | |
| 43 | Pre-heat/Magnetic ballasts | |
| 44 | PVC electrical tapes | |
| 45 | PVC insulated flexible cords | |
| 46 | Self- ballasted lamps/Compact fluorescent lamps | Consumer Act of the Philippines (RA7394) and Standards Law (RA4109), DAO 2 Series of 2007 |
| 47 | Self-ballasted LED lamps | |
| 48 | Single-capped fluorescent lamps | |
| 49 | Snap switches | |
| 50 | Socket-outlets | |
| 51 | Starter holders | |
| 52 | Thermoplastic insulated electric wires and cables | |
| STEEL PRODUCTS | ||
| 53 | BI/GI steel pipes | |
| 54 | Black and Galvanized Longitudinally Welded Lightweight Steel Tubes | |
| 55 | Deformed Steel Bars | |
| 56 | Equal-Leg Steel Angle Bars | |
| 57 | Low Carbon Steel Wires | |
| 58 | Rerolled Steel Bars | |
| 59 | Steel Wire Nails | |
| PLASTIC PIPES AND CERAMIC PRODUCTS | ||
| 60 | Ceramic Plumbing Fixtures (Sanitary Wares) | |
| 61 | Ceramic Tiles | |
| 62 | Pipes (PB) for potable water supply | |
| 63 | Pipes (PE) for potable water supply | |
| 64 | Pipes (PVC-U) for drain waste & vent | |
| 65 | Pipes (uPVC) for potable water supply | |
| 66 | uPVC rigid electrical conduit | |
| CEMENT AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS | ||
| 67 | Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Masonry | |
| 68 | Blended hydraulic cement | |
| 69 | Loadbearing Concrete Masonry Units | |
| 70 | Nonloadbearing Concrete Masonry Units | |
| 71 | Plywood | |
| 72 | Portland cement | |
| 73 | Unreinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Masonry Units | |
| 74 | Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Masonry | |
| 75 | Blended hydraulic cement | |
| CHEMICAL PRODUCTS | ||
| 76 | Carbon dioxide portable fire extinguishers | |
| 77 | Clean extinguishing agent - Halon substitute portable fire extinguishers | |
| 78 | Dry chemical portable fire extinguishers | |
| 79 | Fireworks | |
| 80 | Foam portable fire extinguishers | |
| 81 | Medical grade oxygen | |
| 82 | Motor Vehicle brake fluid | |
| AUTOMOTIVE RELATED PRODUCTS | ||
| 83 | Child Restraint Systems | |
| 84 | Helmets and their visors | |
| 85 | Inner tubes for tires | |
| 86 | Lead-Acid Storage Batteries | |
| 87 | Safety belts (Seat belts) | |
| 88 | Safety glass for automotive | |
| 89 | Tires for automotive vehicles | |
| 90 | Child Restraint Systems | Consumer Act of the Philippines (RA7394) and Standards Law (RA4109), DAO 2 Series of 2007 |
| OTHER CONSUMER PRODUCTS | ||
| 91 | Lighters | |
| 92 | LPG cylinder valves (manual closing) | |
| 93 | LPG cylinder valves (self-closing) | |
| 94 | LPG cylinders for household use | |
| 95 | LPG cylinders for motor vehicles | |
| 96 | LPG cylinders repair | |
| 97 | LPG cylinders requalification | |
| 98 | LPG gas regulator for domestic use | |
| 99 | LPG Retrofitting Systems | |
| 100 | Matches | |
| 101 | Monobloc chair/stools | |
| 102 | Non-refillable gas cartridges for liquefied petroleum gases | |
| 103 | Refillable composite gas cylinders and tubes | |
| 104 | Refillable composite reinforced tubes | |
| 105 | Refillable seamless aluminum alloy gas cylinders | |
| 106 | Refillable seamless steel gas cylinders | |
| 107 | Refillable seamless steel tubes for compressed gas transport | |
| 108 | Refillable welded stainless-steel cylinders | |
| 109 | Rubber hoses and hose assemblies for liquefied petroleum gas | |
| 110 | Heated tobacco product system | Vaporized Nicotine and NonNicotine Products Regulation Act (RA11900); Consumer Act of the Philippines (RA7394); and Standards Law (RA4109) |
| 111 | Vapor product device/Vapor product system |
DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary tourism enterprises (travel and tour services; land, sea and air transport services exclusively for tourist use; accommodation establishments; convention and exhibition organizers; tourism estate management services; and such other enterprises as may be identified by the Secretary, after due consultation with concerned sectors) | Section 39 of The Tourism Act of 2009 (RA9593) |
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) Catchers | |
| 2 | Not Type-Approved or Type-Accepted by NTC | |
| 3 | Portable Cellular Repeaters/Signal Boosters | |
| 4 | Short Message Service (SMS) Blasters | |
| 5 | Signal Jammers |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASIS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aeronautical Service | |
| 2 | Amateur Service | |
| 3 | Broadcast Service | |
| 4 | Fixed and Land Mobile Service | |
| 5 | Public Telecommunication Entity (PTE) Service | |
| 6 | Short Range Radio Service | |
| 7 | Value-Added Service (VAS) | |
| All radio communications equipment including but not limited to: | ||
| 8 | Aeronautical Radio | |
| 9 | Amateur Radio | |
| 10 | Broadcast Radio | |
| 11 | Fixed/Land Radio | |
| 12 | Maritime Radio | |
| 13 | Microwave Radio | |
| 14 | Short Range Radio | |
| All wireless-enabled devices including but not limited to: | ||
| 15 | Access Points | |
| 16 | Bluetooth enabled Devices such as Laptop Computers | |
| 17 | Point of Sale (POS) Terminals | |
| 18 | Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices and related technologies | |
| 19 | Smart Home and IoT Devices | |
| 20 | Smart Watches | |
| 21 | Wearables and Fitness Devices | |
| 22 | Wireless Local Area Network (LAN) | |
| 23 | Wireless Routers | |
| 24 | Wireless Speakers | |
| Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) including but not limited to: | ||
| 25 | Global Positioning System (GPS) Tracker | |
| 26 | Mobile Phones | |
| 27 | Modems | |
| 28 | Optical Network Terminals | |
| 29 | Satellite Phones | |
| 30 | Telephone Handsets | |
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adjustable back support posture corrector | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 2 | Adjustable scoliosis posture corrector | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 3 | Adulterated or Misbranded Food | Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Republic Act No. 3720) |
| 4 | Alcoholic Beverages with Misleading Labels | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 5 | Amivudine/Zidovudine 30 mg/60 mg Dispersible Tablets | FDA Advisory No. 2024-1659-A |
| 6 | Choking Rescue Device Home CPR First Aid Kit and Children portable | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0090 |
| 7 | Cosmetics with Banned Ingredients | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 8 | Cosmetics with Harmful Ingredients | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 9 | Counterfeit Drugs | Consumer Act of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 7394) |
| 10 | Crosspoint Aneroid Sphygmomanometer Blood Pressure Measure Device kit Cuff | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0090 |
| 11 | Devices and Diagnostic Kits with Unapproved Claims | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 12 | Dio Implant DIO HSA (Hybrid Sandblast Acis Tech) | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0089 |
| 13 | Drug test kit | Administrative Order No. 134 (2004) |
| 14 | Electric Anti-Snoring Device/ Nose Clip Snore Stopper Snoring Device | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0090 |
| 15 | Electronic Anti-Snoring Device Sleep Snoring Solution Connector Snoring Stopper Nose Vent | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0087 |
| 16 | FDA-Warned Pet Care Items (Soap, Shampoo, etc.) | Various FDA Advisories |
| 17 | FDA-Warned Pet Vitamins and Over-the-Counter Medication | Various FDA Advisories |
| 18 | Food Items with Claims for Contraception | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 19 | Food Items with Claims Inducing Anesthesia | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 20 | Health Claims on Non-registered Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 21 | Health Supplements with Unapproved Claims | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 22 | HIV test kit | Administrative Order 2005-0008 |
| 23 | Infrared Forehead Thermometer ADB01 | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0031 |
| 24 | Ivermectin (misused as treatment for COVID-19) | FDA Advisory No. 2021-0526 |
| 25 | Nurse Assistance Probable Medical Vascular Infrared Vein Finder Locator Device | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0052 |
| 26 | Orthodontics (DIY Braces, Crowns, Retainers, etc.) | Various FDA Advisories |
| 27 | Pregnant women waist trainer maternity belt waist care | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 28 | Prepacked Foods with Misleading Labels | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 29 | Repacked/Decanted/Takal Food Items | Food Safety Act of 2013 (Republic Act No. 10611) |
| 30 | Resell Nasal Cannula | FDA Advisory No. 2024-1722 |
| 31 | Steel wrist brace | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 32 | SteriLancet Lancet (Soft Twist) | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0088 |
| 33 | Teeth aligner trainer retainer braces | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 34 | Thermafil Obturators | FDA Advisory No. 2024-1723 |
| 35 | Thermometers Containing Mercury | FDA Circular No. 2022-003 |
| 36 | Unapproved Contraceptive Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 37 | Teeth aligner trainer retainer braces | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 37 | Unapproved Diagnostic Equipment | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 38 | Unapproved Imported Drugs | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 39 | Unapproved In-Vitro Diagnostic Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 40 | Unapproved Medical Devices | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 41 | Unregistered Alcoholic Beverages | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 42 | Unregistered Cosmetic Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 43 | Unregistered Devices and Diagnostic Kits | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 44 | Unregistered Drugs | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 45 | Unregistered Health Supplements | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 46 | Unregistered Household Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 47 | Unregistered In-Vitro Diagnostic Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 48 | Unregistered Medical Devices | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 49 | Unregistered Pharmaceutical Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 50 | Unregistered Prescription Drugs | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 51 | Unregistered tobacco accessories | FDA Circular No. 2021-016 |
| 52 | Unregistered Vaccines | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 53 | Unregistered Vaccines and Biologicals | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASIS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beauty medical devices (laser tattoo removal machine) | FDA Circular No. 2021-0021 |
| 2 | Contact lens | Republic Act No. 9711 |
| 3 | Infusion and protective instruments | FDA Circular No. 2021-001 |
| 4 | Medical imaging equipment | FDA Circular No. 2021-001 |
| 5 | Orally administered sexual enhancement supplements | Administrative Order No. 2014-0029 |
| 6 | Over the counter drugs | Republic Act No. 9711 |
| 7 | Patient caring equipment | FDA Circular No. 2021-001 |
| 8 | Prescription drugs | Administrative Order No. 2013-0022 |
| 9 | Surgical equipment | FDA Circular No. 2021-001 |
| 10 | Toy or Cosplay knives | FDA Circular No. 2014-023 |
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
BUREAU OF ANIMAL INDUSTRY
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unregistered Livestock and Poultry Products | The Animal Welfare Act of 1998 (RA8485) |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASIS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Live animals whether domestic or wild (exotic or indigenous) animals which may be food producing, companion, aquatic, laboratory including birds, worms, bees and butterflies, is products and byproducts, veterinary feed premixes and biologics, laboratory specimens of animal origin, feeds and feed ingredients that may be carriers of communicable diseases. |
• CODEX and World
Health Organization for
Animal Health
• The Meat Inspection Code of the Philippines (RA9296); • E.O No. 338 (2001) "Restructuring the Department of Agriculture, providing funds therefore, and for other purposes; • E.O. No. 292 "Administrative Code of 1987" (July 25, 1987), Title IV, Chapter IV, Section 18; • DA A.O. No. 9 (2010) "Department of Agriculture Administrative Order 08, series of 2009, as Amended"; • DA A.O. No. 14 (2012) "Promoting the Development of Agriculture or Honeybee Industry including its Official Controls and Regulatory Requirement under the Bureau of Animal Industry". |
| 2 | Livestock and Poultry Products | • Livestock and Poultry Feeds Act (RA1556) |
| 3 | Veterinary Drugs and By-Products | • Joint DOH and DA Administrative Order No. 2013-0026, September 24, 2013 |
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
BUREAU OF FISHERIES AND AQUATIC RESOURCES
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All corals | • Sections 91 and 97 of RA8550; • CITES Appendices II & III; • FAO no. 202 (August 14,2000) |
| 2 | All sawfishes (Pristidae) | • CITES Appendix I, except Pristis microdon; Pristis microdon listed under CITES Appendix II, (Effective September 13, 2007 - CoP14, The Hague, Netherlands); |
| 3 | All Seahorses (Hippocampus spp.) | CITES Appendix II (15
May 2004 - CoP12,
Chile); • Section 97 of RA8550 |
| 4 | Angel wing shell (Barnea Manilensis) | • Sections 11 and 97 of
RA8550 (February 25,
1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17,2001) |
| 5 | Beck's cowrie (Cypraea Beckii) | • Sections 11 and 97 of
RA8550 (February 25,
1998);
• FAO No. 208 (May 17,2001) |
| 6 | Bent Cerith (Cllypeomorus Aduncus) | • Sections 11 and 97 of
RA8550 (February 25,
1998);
• FAO No. 208 (May 17,2001) |
| 7 | Bullmouth helmet (Cypraecassis Rufa) | • Sections 11 and 97 of
RA8550 (February 25,
1998);
• FAO No. 208 (May 17,2001) |
| 8 | Children's cowrie (Cypaea Childreni) | • Sections 11 and 97 of
RA8550 (February 25,
1998);
• FAO No. 208 (May 17,2001) |
| 9 | Club-shaped boring clam (Eufistulana Mumia) | • Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 10 | Coconut Crab (Birgus Latro) |
• Section 97 of RA8550; • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 11 | Dance volva (Phenacovolva Dancei) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 12 | Deep sea cap (Malleus Lissus) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 13 | Dogfaced Water Snake (Cerberus Rhynchops) |
• CITES Appendix III (13 February 1984, India); • Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 |
| 14 | “Elvers” or Eel fry and fingerlings under Family Anguillidae, 15 cm or less in length |
• Sections 99 and 107 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 242 (April 10, 2012) |
| 15 | Elasmobranch and sharks: |
• RA8550; • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 16 | Green snail (Turbo Marmoratus) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 17 | Giant Morum (Morum Grande) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 18 | Girgyllus star shell (Bolma Girgyllus) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 19 | Golden cowrie (Cypraea Aurantium) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 20 | Great Spotted cowrie (Cypraea Guttata) | • Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 22 | Helmet Shells (Csis Cornuta) | • FAO No. 158 (September 17, 1986) |
| 23 | Humphead wrasse or Napoleon wrasse “Mameng” (Cheilinus Undulatus) |
• Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) Appendix II, (12 January 2005 - CoP13 Bangkok); • Section 61(d) and 97 of RA8550, or The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998; • Presidential Decree (P.D.) No. 704, or Fisheries Decree of 1975 as amended, Sections 4, 7, and 18; • FAO No. 162 (November 6, 1986); • FAO No. 210 (May 27, 2001) |
| 24 | Katsue’s cowrie (Cypraea Katsuae) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 25 | Kurzi’s morum (Morum Kurzi) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 26 | Live mud Crab “Alimango” (Scylla Serrata), Carapace length of less than 10cm and weight of less than 200 grams |
• Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) Appendix II, (12 January 2005 - CoP13 Bangkok); • Section 61(d) and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998) • Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998 • Sections 4, 7, and 18 of Presidential Decree (P.D) No. 704, or "Fisheries Decree of 1975" as amended • FAO No. 162 (November 6, 1986); • FAO No. 210 (May 27, 2001). |
| 27 | Live shrimps and prawns - spawner, breeder, eggs and fry | • Section 61(b) of RA8550 |
| 28 | Manta Ray “Pagi” (Manta Birostris), whether dead or alive, in any state or form, whether raw or processed |
• Sections 11 and 107 of RA8550 • FAO No. 193 (March 27, 1998) |
| 29 | Marie’s cowrie (Cypraea Mariae) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 30 | Marine Mammals/Cetaceans (whales, dolphins, porpoises) |
• CITES Appendices I & II; • Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 |
| 31 | Martini’s cowrie (Cypraea Martini) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 32 | Martini’s tibia (Tibia Martini) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 33 | Milkfish “Bangus” fry, full grown Milkfish, Mother Bangus “Sabalo”, Milkfish fingerling (Not less than 25 mm but not more than 100 mm) (Chanos Chanos) |
• Section 61(b) of RA8550 • Sections 4, 7, and 18 of P.D. No. 704, as amended, or The Fisheries Decree of 1975; • FAO No. 173 (February 5, 1991) |
| 34 | Network beak shell (Varicospira Crispata) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 35 | Ornate Spiny Lobster (Panulirus Ornatus) | • Fisheries Administrative Order No. 265, series of 2020, or Regulation on the catching, possession, transportation, selling, trading and exporting of puerulus, juvenile and gravid spiny lobster (Palinuridae) |
| 36 | Painted Spiny Lobster (Panulirus Versicolor) | • Fisheries Administrative Order No. 265, series of 2020 Regulation on the catching, possession, transportation, selling, trading and exporting of puerulus, juvenile and gravid spiny lobster (Panuliridae) |
| 37 | Porter’s cowrie (Cypraea Porter) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 38 | Prince cowrie (Cypraea Valentia) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 39 | Recluzia snail (Recluzia Lutea) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 40 | Saul’s cowrie (Cypraea Saulae) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 41 | Semi-finished or semi-processed Capiz shells “Kapis”, 8 cm or over in diameter measured from the base perpendicular towards the top edge of the shell | • FAO No. 157 Section 3 (June 13, 1986) |
| 42 | Shells | • Sections 4 and 7 of P.D. No. 704, as amended, or The Fisheries Decree of 1975 |
| 43 | Smooth bonnet (Phalium Glabratum) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 44 | Smooth top shell (Trochus Niloticus) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 45 | Smudged moon scallop (Amusium Obliquatum) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 46 | Teramachi’s cowrie (Cypraea Termachii) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 47 | Thersite stromb (Strombus Thersites) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 48 | Triton or Charonia or Trumpet Shells (Charonia Tritonis) | • FAO No. 158 (September 17, 1986) |
| 49 | True separatsia (Separatista Blainvilliana) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 50 | Watson’s morum (Morum Watsoni) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 51 | Whaleshark “Butanding” (Rhincodon Typus), whether dead or alive, in any state or form, whether raw or processed |
• CITES Appendix II (13 February 2003 – CoP12, Chile); • FAO No. 193 (March 27, 1998) |
| 52 | White toothed cowrie (Cypraea Leucodon) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 53 | Wyville’s bonnet (Phalium Coronadoi Wyvillei) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural Machinery and Equipment | • SFood Safety Act of 2013 (RA 10611) |
| 2 | All aquatic invertebrates (marine and freshwater) | • Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (Republic Act No. 9147) |
| 3 | All fish and fishery/aquatic products (live, fresh, dried and/or processed, frozen and chilled) |
• Section 61(d) of RA8550, or The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998 • Fisheries Administrative Order No. 210 (May 27, 2001) |
| 4 | All marine mammals (except dugong) | • Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (RA9147) |
| 5 | Black Lip Pearl “Concha negra” (Pinctada Margaritifera), minimum size is 11cm, maximum outside long axis measurement, taken at right angle to the base. Undersized not allowed for harvest. | • Fish and Game Administrative Order (FGAO) No. 11 (September 2, 1935) |
| 6 | Freshwater mammals | • Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (Republic Act No. 9147) |
| 7 | Freshwater snakes | • Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (Republic Act No. 9147) |
| 8 | Gold lip pearl “Concha blanca” (Pinctada Maxima) Minimum size is 19cm, maximum outside long axis measurement, taken at right angle to the base. Undersized not allowed for harvest. | • Fish and Game Administrative Order (FGAO) No. 11 (September 2, 1935) |
| 9 | Hirose shell “Babae” (Trochus Nodiliferus), minimum size is 5 cm across the least diameter of the base, taken at right angles to the axis. | • FAO No. 11 (September 2, 1935) |
| 10 | Live mud Crab “Alimango” (Scylla Serrata), Carapace length of less than 10cm and weight of less than 200 grams |
• P.D. No. 704, as amended “Revising and Consolidating All Laws and Decrees Affecting Fishing and Fisheries” (May 16, 1975, as amended by P.D. No. 1059 dated September 22, 1976; further amended by P.D. No. 1585, further amended by P.D. No. 1819 dated (January 16, 1981); • FAO No. 162 (November 6, 1986) • FAO No. 210 (May 27, 2001) |
| 11 | Marine wildlife species: Seasnakes: live, skin or products from the skin or meat |
• Section 4 of Act 4003 “Fisheries Act” as amended, (December 5, 1932); • RA3512, or An Act Creating a Fisheries Commission defining its powers, duties and functions, and appropriating funds therefore. (March 20, 1963). • FAO No. 69 (December 3, 1963). |
| 12 | Rough top shell or trochus shell “Simong; trocha trough variety” (Trochus Maximus) minimum size is 7.5 cm across the least diameter of the base, measured at right angle to the axis. | • FAO No. 11 (September 2, 1935) |
| 13 | Sea snakes | • Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (Republic Act No. 9147) |
| 14 | Semi-finished or semi-processed Capiz shells “Kapis”, 8 cm or over in diameter measured from the bas perpendicular towards the top edge of the shell, undersized shell not allowed for harvest. |
• R.A. No. 8550 Section 61 (d) (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 210 (May 27, 2001); • FAO No. 157, Section 3 (June 13, 1986). |
| 15 | Shells | • Act No. 4003 Section 4 (December 5, 1932) |
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
BUREAU OF PLANT INDUSTRY
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All plant species of genus Musa, Abaca Bananas, Canton, Pacol, except clean Fiber | • Administrative Order No. 14 series
of 1950 (Revised) • Amendatory Notice to Paragraph I and Section 1 of Administrative Order No. 14, Series of 1950 (Revised) dated March 16, 1976 |
| 2 | Saba Banana (Musa Paradisiaca) planting materials | • BPI Quarantine Administrative order No. 4, series of 2005 "Amendment to BPI Quarantine Administrative Order No. 2, series of 2005, entitled Prohibition of Exports of Saba Banana (Musa Page 17 of 21 Paradisiaca) planting materials from the Philippines". |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All plants, planting materials and plant products; pest specimen; including wood packaging materials capable of harboring plant pests. | ● Executive Order No. 292 (1987);
Section 17 of Presidential Decree
No. 1433 as amended
"Promulgating the Plant Quarantine
Law of 1978, thereby revising and
consolidating existing Plant
Quarantine Laws, to further improve
and strengthen the Plant
Quarantine Service of the Bureau of
Plant Industry"
● BPI Quarantine Administrative Order No. 1 (1981), Phytosanitary Measures No. 15 "Guidelines for Regulating Wood Packaging Materials in International Trade".; ● DA and BPI Memorandum Circulars on Specific Protocols for Export of Agricultural Products. |
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FERTILIZER AND PESTICIDE AUTHORITY
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Banned Pesticides | FPA Circular No. 04 (1989) |
| 2 | Unregistered Pesticides and Fertilizers | Presidential Decree No. 1144, or Creating the Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Restricted Pesticides | FPA Circular No. 04 (1989) |
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT BUREAU
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lead and Lead Compounds | • DENR Administrative Order No. 2013-24 – Chemical Control Order for Lead and Lead Compounds |
| 2 | Recyclable Hazardous Materials | • Sections 2 & 3 of RA6969 or Toxic Substances Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act |
| Used Lead Acid Battery (ULAB) and Used Oils (except PCB oil) | of 1990; • DENR Administrative Order No. 36 (2004) |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All Hazardous Chemicals and Substances | • Sections 2 & 3 of RA969, or
Toxic Substances Hazardous
and Nuclear Wastes Control Act
of 1990; • DENR Administrative Order No. 36 (2004) – Revising DAO 1992 29 to strengthen the implementation of RA 6969 |
| 2 | Ozone-Depleting Substances (ODS) | • DENR Administrative Order No.
2013-25 – Revised Regulations
on the Chemical Control Order
for ODS • Sections 2 & 3 of RA969, or Toxic Substances Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act of 1990. |
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
FOREST MANAGEMENT BUREAU
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unregistered Chainsaws | • RA9175, or Chainsaw Act of 2002; • DENR Administrative Order No. 2003-24 – Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA9175 |
| 2 | Sale of Protected Tree Species | Presidential Decree No. 705, or the Revised Forestry Code of the Philippines |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chainsaws | ● RA9175, or Chainsaw Act of
2002; ● DENR Administrative Order No. 2003-24 – Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA 9175 |
| 2 | Lumber, logs, poles, piles, log core and flitches/trailroad ties produced from planted trees from both the forestlands and private lands. | ● Presidential Decree No. 705, or
Forestry Reform Code of the
Philippines (May 19, 1975) ● DENR Administrative Order No. 1988-33, or Regulations Governing the Exportation of Lumber and Plantation Logs |
OPTICAL MEDIA BOARD (OMB)
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Granting any private sector partner the exclusive gift to provide internet services in a public place. | Rules and Regulations to Implement the Provisions of RA 10929 |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Accessories, add-ons | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 2 | Aluminum, Tin or metallic CD Casing | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 3 | Application / Business Software | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 4 | Betamax | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 5 | Book on Disc | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 6 | Cassette tape | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 7 | CD (compact disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 8 | CD Albums | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 9 | CD Spool | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 10 | CD Trays/ Shelves | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 11 | CD/DVD Binder Case | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 12 | CD/DVD Case | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 13 | CD/DVD Sleeves | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 14 | CD-A (compact disc digital audio) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 15 | CD-I (compact disc: interactive) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 16 | CD-R (Compact disc recordable) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 17 | CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 18 | CD-RW (compact disc rewritable) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 19 | CD-WO (compact disc write once) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 20 | Cellular Phone | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 21 | CD-P (Compact disc - photo) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 22 | DVD (China video disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 23 | Data Cartridge | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 24 | Direct Stamper Recording System | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 25 | DVD (digital versatile disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 26 | DVD / CD Recorder | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 27 | DVD upgrade kits | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 28 | DVD-RAM (digital versatile disc random access memory) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 29 | DVD-ROM (digital versatile disc read-only memory) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 30 | End-to forming equipment that make CD/DVD | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 31 | Equipment for Coating Laser Sensitive Material into CD | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 32 | Equipment for Coating glass masters into compact disc layer | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 33 | EVD (enhanced versatile disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 34 | Film Products | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 35 | Floppy Disks | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 36 | Games | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 37 | Glass or polymer masters | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 38 | Hard Disk Drive | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 39 | Injection molding machinery | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 40 | Integrated optical disc replication lines | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 41 | Internet-Based File Storage and Synchronization Service | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 42 | ISDs or Illicit Streaming Devices (set-top boxes, Android TV boxes) | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 43 | Labels of optical discs, cases or any other packaging material | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 44 | Labels with accessories of optical and magnetic media | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 45 | Labels on any parts of the end product of optical and magnetic media | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 46 | Laser Beam recorders | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 47 | LD (laser disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 48 | MD (mini disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 49 | Medical (MRI, CT-Scan on Disc, etc.) | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 50 | Metalizers for applying reflective layers to optical media | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 51 | Moulds and components thereof | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 52 | Music Products (excluding Vinyl) | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 53 | Network Attached Storage (NAS) | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 54 | Non-plastic sleeves | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 55 | Optical and magnetic media, its manufacturing equipment, parts and accessories and manufacturing materials. | RA9239, or Optical Media Act of 2003 |
| 56 | Optical Grade Polycarbonate | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 57 | Optical Media Device | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-001 |
| 58 | Optical Media Writer | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-001 |
| 59 | Optical Plastic CD/Jewel Cases | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 60 | Pocket CD Binder Sleeves | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 61 | Portable Hard Disk Drive | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 62 | Portable Media Players | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 63 | Printing Equipment | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 64 | Protective CD plastic and/or glass cases | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 65 | Protective CD-R Case | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 66 | Replication Controllers | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 67 | Replication moulds | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 68 | Replication stampers | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 69 | Replication Systems (Laser Beam Recorders, etc.) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 70 | Replication Systems for Digital Disc | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 71 | Replication Systems for Optical Media | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 72 | Replication Systems for Pre-Recorded Discs | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 73 | Replication Systems using Master Laser Beam Recorder | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 74 | Solid State Drive (SSD) | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 75 | Stamper or other metal parts (or parts made of other materials) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 76 | Tablet Computer | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 77 | USB Flash Drives or Thumb Drives | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 78 | VCD (Video Compact Disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 79 | VHS (Video Home System) | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
NON-EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF PROHIBITED AND REGULATED PRODUCTS
DEPARTMENT OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES | ||
| 1 | Air conditioners | |
| 2 | Electric airpots | |
| 3 | Electric blenders | |
| 4 | Electric coffeemakers | |
| 5 | Electric fans | |
| 6 | Electric food mixers | |
| 7 | Electric food processors | |
| 8 | Electric grills | |
| 9 | Electric heaters | |
| 10 | Electric irons | |
| 11 | Electric juicers | |
| 12 | Electric kettles | |
| 13 | Electric multi-cookers | Consumer Act of the Philippines (RA7394) and Standards Law (RA4109), DAO 2 Series of 2007 |
| 14 | Electric pens | |
| 15 | Electric pressure cookers | |
| 16 | Electric rice cookers | |
| 17 | Electric slow cookers | |
| 18 | Electric toasters | |
| 19 | Microwave ovens | |
| 20 | Ovens | |
| 21 | Refrigerators | |
| 22 | Spin extractors | |
| 23 | Turbo broilers | |
| 24 | Washing machines | |
| CONSUMER ELECTRONICS | ||
| 26 | CD/DVD/BD/Blu-ray disc players | |
| 27 | Television Set | |
| LIGHTING AND WIRING DEVICES | ||
| 28 | Accessories of electric vehicle charging equipment or station | |
| 29 | Christmas lights/Lighting chains | |
| 30 | Circuit breakers | |
| 31 | Double-capped fluorescent lamps | |
| 32 | Indoor screw lamp holders | |
| 33 | Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment and Station for charging electric road vehicle | |
E-COMMERCE BUREAU
| 34 | Electronic ballasts | |
| 35 | Extension cord sets | |
| 36 | Fuseholders | |
| 37 | Fuses | |
| 38 | Incandescent lamps (Bulbs) | |
| 39 | Knife switches | |
| 40 | Lamp holders for tubular fluorescent lamps | |
| 41 | Lamp starters | |
| 42 | Plugs | |
| 43 | Pre-heat/Magnetic ballasts | |
| 44 | PVC electrical tapes | |
| 45 | PVC insulated flexible cords | |
| 46 | Self- ballasted lamps/Compact fluorescent lamps | Consumer Act of the Philippines (RA7394) and Standards Law (RA4109), DAO 2 Series of 2007 |
| 47 | Self-ballasted LED lamps | |
| 48 | Single-capped fluorescent lamps | |
| 49 | Snap switches | |
| 50 | Socket-outlets | |
| 51 | Starter holders | |
| 52 | Thermoplastic insulated electric wires and cables | |
| STEEL PRODUCTS | ||
| 53 | BI/GI steel pipes | |
| 54 | Black and Galvanized Longitudinally Welded Lightweight Steel Tubes | |
| 55 | Deformed Steel Bars | |
| 56 | Equal-Leg Steel Angle Bars | |
| 57 | Low Carbon Steel Wires | |
| 58 | Rerolled Steel Bars | |
| 59 | Steel Wire Nails | |
| PLASTIC PIPES AND CERAMIC PRODUCTS | ||
| 60 | Ceramic Plumbing Fixtures (Sanitary Wares) | |
| 61 | Ceramic Tiles | |
| 62 | Pipes (PB) for potable water supply | |
| 63 | Pipes (PE) for potable water supply | |
| 64 | Pipes (PVC-U) for drain waste & vent | |
| 65 | Pipes (uPVC) for potable water supply | |
| 66 | uPVC rigid electrical conduit | |
| CEMENT AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS | ||
| 67 | Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Masonry | |
| 68 | Blended hydraulic cement | |
| 69 | Loadbearing Concrete Masonry Units | |
| 70 | Nonloadbearing Concrete Masonry Units | |
| 71 | Plywood | |
| 72 | Portland cement | |
| 73 | Unreinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Masonry Units | |
| 74 | Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Masonry | |
| 75 | Blended hydraulic cement | |
| CHEMICAL PRODUCTS | ||
| 76 | Carbon dioxide portable fire extinguishers | |
| 77 | Clean extinguishing agent - Halon substitute portable fire extinguishers | |
| 78 | Dry chemical portable fire extinguishers | |
| 79 | Fireworks | |
| 80 | Foam portable fire extinguishers | |
| 81 | Medical grade oxygen | |
| 82 | Motor Vehicle brake fluid | |
| AUTOMOTIVE RELATED PRODUCTS | ||
| 83 | Child Restraint Systems | |
| 84 | Helmets and their visors | |
| 85 | Inner tubes for tires | |
| 86 | Lead-Acid Storage Batteries | |
| 87 | Safety belts (Seat belts) | |
| 88 | Safety glass for automotive | |
| 89 | Tires for automotive vehicles | |
| 90 | Child Restraint Systems | Consumer Act of the Philippines (RA7394) and Standards Law (RA4109), DAO 2 Series of 2007 |
| OTHER CONSUMER PRODUCTS | ||
| 91 | Lighters | |
| 92 | LPG cylinder valves (manual closing) | |
| 93 | LPG cylinder valves (self-closing) | |
| 94 | LPG cylinders for household use | |
| 95 | LPG cylinders for motor vehicles | |
| 96 | LPG cylinders repair | |
| 97 | LPG cylinders requalification | |
| 98 | LPG gas regulator for domestic use | |
| 99 | LPG Retrofitting Systems | |
| 100 | Matches | |
| 101 | Monobloc chair/stools | |
| 102 | Non-refillable gas cartridges for liquefied petroleum gases | |
| 103 | Refillable composite gas cylinders and tubes | |
| 104 | Refillable composite reinforced tubes | |
| 105 | Refillable seamless aluminum alloy gas cylinders | |
| 106 | Refillable seamless steel gas cylinders | |
| 107 | Refillable seamless steel tubes for compressed gas transport | |
| 108 | Refillable welded stainless-steel cylinders | |
| 109 | Rubber hoses and hose assemblies for liquefied petroleum gas | |
| 110 | Heated tobacco product system | Vaporized Nicotine and NonNicotine Products Regulation Act (RA11900); Consumer Act of the Philippines (RA7394); and Standards Law (RA4109) |
| 111 | Vapor product device/Vapor product system |
DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary tourism enterprises (travel and tour services; land, sea and air transport services exclusively for tourist use; accommodation establishments; convention and exhibition organizers; tourism estate management services; and such other enterprises as may be identified by the Secretary, after due consultation with concerned sectors) | Section 39 of The Tourism Act of 2009 (RA9593) |
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI) Catchers | |
| 2 | Not Type-Approved or Type-Accepted by NTC | |
| 3 | Portable Cellular Repeaters/Signal Boosters | |
| 4 | Short Message Service (SMS) Blasters | |
| 5 | Signal Jammers |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASIS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aeronautical Service | |
| 2 | Amateur Service | |
| 3 | Broadcast Service | |
| 4 | Fixed and Land Mobile Service | |
| 5 | Public Telecommunication Entity (PTE) Service | |
| 6 | Short Range Radio Service | |
| 7 | Value-Added Service (VAS) | |
| All radio communications equipment including but not limited to: | ||
| 8 | Aeronautical Radio | |
| 9 | Amateur Radio | |
| 10 | Broadcast Radio | |
| 11 | Fixed/Land Radio | |
| 12 | Maritime Radio | |
| 13 | Microwave Radio | |
| 14 | Short Range Radio | |
| All wireless-enabled devices including but not limited to: | ||
| 15 | Access Points | |
| 16 | Bluetooth enabled Devices such as Laptop Computers | |
| 17 | Point of Sale (POS) Terminals | |
| 18 | Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices and related technologies | |
| 19 | Smart Home and IoT Devices | |
| 20 | Smart Watches | |
| 21 | Wearables and Fitness Devices | |
| 22 | Wireless Local Area Network (LAN) | |
| 23 | Wireless Routers | |
| 24 | Wireless Speakers | |
| Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) including but not limited to: | ||
| 25 | Global Positioning System (GPS) Tracker | |
| 26 | Mobile Phones | |
| 27 | Modems | |
| 28 | Optical Network Terminals | |
| 29 | Satellite Phones | |
| 30 | Telephone Handsets | |
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adjustable back support posture corrector | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 2 | Adjustable scoliosis posture corrector | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 3 | Adulterated or Misbranded Food | Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Republic Act No. 3720) |
| 4 | Alcoholic Beverages with Misleading Labels | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 5 | Amivudine/Zidovudine 30 mg/60 mg Dispersible Tablets | FDA Advisory No. 2024-1659-A |
| 6 | Choking Rescue Device Home CPR First Aid Kit and Children portable | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0090 |
| 7 | Cosmetics with Banned Ingredients | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 8 | Cosmetics with Harmful Ingredients | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 9 | Counterfeit Drugs | Consumer Act of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 7394) |
| 10 | Crosspoint Aneroid Sphygmomanometer Blood Pressure Measure Device kit Cuff | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0090 |
| 11 | Devices and Diagnostic Kits with Unapproved Claims | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 12 | Dio Implant DIO HSA (Hybrid Sandblast Acis Tech) | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0089 |
| 13 | Drug test kit | Administrative Order No. 134 (2004) |
| 14 | Electric Anti-Snoring Device/ Nose Clip Snore Stopper Snoring Device | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0090 |
| 15 | Electronic Anti-Snoring Device Sleep Snoring Solution Connector Snoring Stopper Nose Vent | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0087 |
| 16 | FDA-Warned Pet Care Items (Soap, Shampoo, etc.) | Various FDA Advisories |
| 17 | FDA-Warned Pet Vitamins and Over-the-Counter Medication | Various FDA Advisories |
| 18 | Food Items with Claims for Contraception | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 19 | Food Items with Claims Inducing Anesthesia | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 20 | Health Claims on Non-registered Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 21 | Health Supplements with Unapproved Claims | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 22 | HIV test kit | Administrative Order 2005-0008 |
| 23 | Infrared Forehead Thermometer ADB01 | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0031 |
| 24 | Ivermectin (misused as treatment for COVID-19) | FDA Advisory No. 2021-0526 |
| 25 | Nurse Assistance Probable Medical Vascular Infrared Vein Finder Locator Device | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0052 |
| 26 | Orthodontics (DIY Braces, Crowns, Retainers, etc.) | Various FDA Advisories |
| 27 | Pregnant women waist trainer maternity belt waist care | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 28 | Prepacked Foods with Misleading Labels | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 29 | Repacked/Decanted/Takal Food Items | Food Safety Act of 2013 (Republic Act No. 10611) |
| 30 | Resell Nasal Cannula | FDA Advisory No. 2024-1722 |
| 31 | Steel wrist brace | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 32 | SteriLancet Lancet (Soft Twist) | FDA Advisory No. 2025-0088 |
| 33 | Teeth aligner trainer retainer braces | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 34 | Thermafil Obturators | FDA Advisory No. 2024-1723 |
| 35 | Thermometers Containing Mercury | FDA Circular No. 2022-003 |
| 36 | Unapproved Contraceptive Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 37 | Teeth aligner trainer retainer braces | FDA Advisory No. 2023-1297 |
| 37 | Unapproved Diagnostic Equipment | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 38 | Unapproved Imported Drugs | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 39 | Unapproved In-Vitro Diagnostic Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 40 | Unapproved Medical Devices | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 41 | Unregistered Alcoholic Beverages | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 42 | Unregistered Cosmetic Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 43 | Unregistered Devices and Diagnostic Kits | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 44 | Unregistered Drugs | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 45 | Unregistered Health Supplements | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 46 | Unregistered Household Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 47 | Unregistered In-Vitro Diagnostic Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 48 | Unregistered Medical Devices | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 49 | Unregistered Pharmaceutical Products | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 50 | Unregistered Prescription Drugs | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 51 | Unregistered tobacco accessories | FDA Circular No. 2021-016 |
| 52 | Unregistered Vaccines | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
| 53 | Unregistered Vaccines and Biologicals | FDA Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9711) |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASIS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beauty medical devices (laser tattoo removal machine) | FDA Circular No. 2021-0021 |
| 2 | Contact lens | Republic Act No. 9711 |
| 3 | Infusion and protective instruments | FDA Circular No. 2021-001 |
| 4 | Medical imaging equipment | FDA Circular No. 2021-001 |
| 5 | Orally administered sexual enhancement supplements | Administrative Order No. 2014-0029 |
| 6 | Over the counter drugs | Republic Act No. 9711 |
| 7 | Patient caring equipment | FDA Circular No. 2021-001 |
| 8 | Prescription drugs | Administrative Order No. 2013-0022 |
| 9 | Surgical equipment | FDA Circular No. 2021-001 |
| 10 | Toy or Cosplay knives | FDA Circular No. 2014-023 |
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
BUREAU OF ANIMAL INDUSTRY
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unregistered Livestock and Poultry Products | The Animal Welfare Act of 1998 (RA8485) |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASIS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Live animals whether domestic or wild (exotic or indigenous) animals which may be food producing, companion, aquatic, laboratory including birds, worms, bees and butterflies, is products and byproducts, veterinary feed premixes and biologics, laboratory specimens of animal origin, feeds and feed ingredients that may be carriers of communicable diseases. |
• CODEX and World
Health Organization for
Animal Health
• The Meat Inspection Code of the Philippines (RA9296); • E.O No. 338 (2001) "Restructuring the Department of Agriculture, providing funds therefore, and for other purposes; • E.O. No. 292 "Administrative Code of 1987" (July 25, 1987), Title IV, Chapter IV, Section 18; • DA A.O. No. 9 (2010) "Department of Agriculture Administrative Order 08, series of 2009, as Amended"; • DA A.O. No. 14 (2012) "Promoting the Development of Agriculture or Honeybee Industry including its Official Controls and Regulatory Requirement under the Bureau of Animal Industry". |
| 2 | Livestock and Poultry Products | • Livestock and Poultry Feeds Act (RA1556) |
| 3 | Veterinary Drugs and By-Products | • Joint DOH and DA Administrative Order No. 2013-0026, September 24, 2013 |
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
BUREAU OF FISHERIES AND AQUATIC RESOURCES
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All corals | • Sections 91 and 97 of RA8550; • CITES Appendices II & III; • FAO no. 202 (August 14,2000) |
| 2 | All sawfishes (Pristidae) | • CITES Appendix I, except Pristis microdon; Pristis microdon listed under CITES Appendix II, (Effective September 13, 2007 - CoP14, The Hague, Netherlands); |
| 3 | All Seahorses (Hippocampus spp.) | CITES Appendix II (15
May 2004 - CoP12,
Chile); • Section 97 of RA8550 |
| 4 | Angel wing shell (Barnea Manilensis) | • Sections 11 and 97 of
RA8550 (February 25,
1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17,2001) |
| 5 | Beck's cowrie (Cypraea Beckii) | • Sections 11 and 97 of
RA8550 (February 25,
1998);
• FAO No. 208 (May 17,2001) |
| 6 | Bent Cerith (Cllypeomorus Aduncus) | • Sections 11 and 97 of
RA8550 (February 25,
1998);
• FAO No. 208 (May 17,2001) |
| 7 | Bullmouth helmet (Cypraecassis Rufa) | • Sections 11 and 97 of
RA8550 (February 25,
1998);
• FAO No. 208 (May 17,2001) |
| 8 | Children's cowrie (Cypaea Childreni) | • Sections 11 and 97 of
RA8550 (February 25,
1998);
• FAO No. 208 (May 17,2001) |
| 9 | Club-shaped boring clam (Eufistulana Mumia) | • Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 10 | Coconut Crab (Birgus Latro) |
• Section 97 of RA8550; • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 11 | Dance volva (Phenacovolva Dancei) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 12 | Deep sea cap (Malleus Lissus) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 13 | Dogfaced Water Snake (Cerberus Rhynchops) |
• CITES Appendix III (13 February 1984, India); • Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 |
| 14 | “Elvers” or Eel fry and fingerlings under Family Anguillidae, 15 cm or less in length |
• Sections 99 and 107 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 242 (April 10, 2012) |
| 15 | Elasmobranch and sharks: |
• RA8550; • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 16 | Green snail (Turbo Marmoratus) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 17 | Giant Morum (Morum Grande) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 18 | Girgyllus star shell (Bolma Girgyllus) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 19 | Golden cowrie (Cypraea Aurantium) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 20 | Great Spotted cowrie (Cypraea Guttata) | • Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 22 | Helmet Shells (Csis Cornuta) | • FAO No. 158 (September 17, 1986) |
| 23 | Humphead wrasse or Napoleon wrasse “Mameng” (Cheilinus Undulatus) |
• Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) Appendix II, (12 January 2005 - CoP13 Bangkok); • Section 61(d) and 97 of RA8550, or The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998; • Presidential Decree (P.D.) No. 704, or Fisheries Decree of 1975 as amended, Sections 4, 7, and 18; • FAO No. 162 (November 6, 1986); • FAO No. 210 (May 27, 2001) |
| 24 | Katsue’s cowrie (Cypraea Katsuae) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 25 | Kurzi’s morum (Morum Kurzi) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 26 | Live mud Crab “Alimango” (Scylla Serrata), Carapace length of less than 10cm and weight of less than 200 grams |
• Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) Appendix II, (12 January 2005 - CoP13 Bangkok); • Section 61(d) and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998) • Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998 • Sections 4, 7, and 18 of Presidential Decree (P.D) No. 704, or "Fisheries Decree of 1975" as amended • FAO No. 162 (November 6, 1986); • FAO No. 210 (May 27, 2001). |
| 27 | Live shrimps and prawns - spawner, breeder, eggs and fry | • Section 61(b) of RA8550 |
| 28 | Manta Ray “Pagi” (Manta Birostris), whether dead or alive, in any state or form, whether raw or processed |
• Sections 11 and 107 of RA8550 • FAO No. 193 (March 27, 1998) |
| 29 | Marie’s cowrie (Cypraea Mariae) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 30 | Marine Mammals/Cetaceans (whales, dolphins, porpoises) |
• CITES Appendices I & II; • Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 |
| 31 | Martini’s cowrie (Cypraea Martini) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 32 | Martini’s tibia (Tibia Martini) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 33 | Milkfish “Bangus” fry, full grown Milkfish, Mother Bangus “Sabalo”, Milkfish fingerling (Not less than 25 mm but not more than 100 mm) (Chanos Chanos) |
• Section 61(b) of RA8550 • Sections 4, 7, and 18 of P.D. No. 704, as amended, or The Fisheries Decree of 1975; • FAO No. 173 (February 5, 1991) |
| 34 | Network beak shell (Varicospira Crispata) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 35 | Ornate Spiny Lobster (Panulirus Ornatus) | • Fisheries Administrative Order No. 265, series of 2020, or Regulation on the catching, possession, transportation, selling, trading and exporting of puerulus, juvenile and gravid spiny lobster (Palinuridae) |
| 36 | Painted Spiny Lobster (Panulirus Versicolor) | • Fisheries Administrative Order No. 265, series of 2020 Regulation on the catching, possession, transportation, selling, trading and exporting of puerulus, juvenile and gravid spiny lobster (Panuliridae) |
| 37 | Porter’s cowrie (Cypraea Porter) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 38 | Prince cowrie (Cypraea Valentia) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 39 | Recluzia snail (Recluzia Lutea) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 40 | Saul’s cowrie (Cypraea Saulae) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 41 | Semi-finished or semi-processed Capiz shells “Kapis”, 8 cm or over in diameter measured from the base perpendicular towards the top edge of the shell | • FAO No. 157 Section 3 (June 13, 1986) |
| 42 | Shells | • Sections 4 and 7 of P.D. No. 704, as amended, or The Fisheries Decree of 1975 |
| 43 | Smooth bonnet (Phalium Glabratum) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 44 | Smooth top shell (Trochus Niloticus) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 45 | Smudged moon scallop (Amusium Obliquatum) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 46 | Teramachi’s cowrie (Cypraea Termachii) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 47 | Thersite stromb (Strombus Thersites) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 48 | Triton or Charonia or Trumpet Shells (Charonia Tritonis) | • FAO No. 158 (September 17, 1986) |
| 49 | True separatsia (Separatista Blainvilliana) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 50 | Watson’s morum (Morum Watsoni) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 51 | Whaleshark “Butanding” (Rhincodon Typus), whether dead or alive, in any state or form, whether raw or processed |
• CITES Appendix II (13 February 2003 – CoP12, Chile); • FAO No. 193 (March 27, 1998) |
| 52 | White toothed cowrie (Cypraea Leucodon) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
| 53 | Wyville’s bonnet (Phalium Coronadoi Wyvillei) |
• Sections 11 and 97 of RA8550 (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 208 (May 17, 2001) |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural Machinery and Equipment | • SFood Safety Act of 2013 (RA 10611) |
| 2 | All aquatic invertebrates (marine and freshwater) | • Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (Republic Act No. 9147) |
| 3 | All fish and fishery/aquatic products (live, fresh, dried and/or processed, frozen and chilled) |
• Section 61(d) of RA8550, or The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998 • Fisheries Administrative Order No. 210 (May 27, 2001) |
| 4 | All marine mammals (except dugong) | • Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (RA9147) |
| 5 | Black Lip Pearl “Concha negra” (Pinctada Margaritifera), minimum size is 11cm, maximum outside long axis measurement, taken at right angle to the base. Undersized not allowed for harvest. | • Fish and Game Administrative Order (FGAO) No. 11 (September 2, 1935) |
| 6 | Freshwater mammals | • Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (Republic Act No. 9147) |
| 7 | Freshwater snakes | • Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (Republic Act No. 9147) |
| 8 | Gold lip pearl “Concha blanca” (Pinctada Maxima) Minimum size is 19cm, maximum outside long axis measurement, taken at right angle to the base. Undersized not allowed for harvest. | • Fish and Game Administrative Order (FGAO) No. 11 (September 2, 1935) |
| 9 | Hirose shell “Babae” (Trochus Nodiliferus), minimum size is 5 cm across the least diameter of the base, taken at right angles to the axis. | • FAO No. 11 (September 2, 1935) |
| 10 | Live mud Crab “Alimango” (Scylla Serrata), Carapace length of less than 10cm and weight of less than 200 grams |
• P.D. No. 704, as amended “Revising and Consolidating All Laws and Decrees Affecting Fishing and Fisheries” (May 16, 1975, as amended by P.D. No. 1059 dated September 22, 1976; further amended by P.D. No. 1585, further amended by P.D. No. 1819 dated (January 16, 1981); • FAO No. 162 (November 6, 1986) • FAO No. 210 (May 27, 2001) |
| 11 | Marine wildlife species: Seasnakes: live, skin or products from the skin or meat |
• Section 4 of Act 4003 “Fisheries Act” as amended, (December 5, 1932); • RA3512, or An Act Creating a Fisheries Commission defining its powers, duties and functions, and appropriating funds therefore. (March 20, 1963). • FAO No. 69 (December 3, 1963). |
| 12 | Rough top shell or trochus shell “Simong; trocha trough variety” (Trochus Maximus) minimum size is 7.5 cm across the least diameter of the base, measured at right angle to the axis. | • FAO No. 11 (September 2, 1935) |
| 13 | Sea snakes | • Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act (Republic Act No. 9147) |
| 14 | Semi-finished or semi-processed Capiz shells “Kapis”, 8 cm or over in diameter measured from the bas perpendicular towards the top edge of the shell, undersized shell not allowed for harvest. |
• R.A. No. 8550 Section 61 (d) (February 25, 1998); • FAO No. 210 (May 27, 2001); • FAO No. 157, Section 3 (June 13, 1986). |
| 15 | Shells | • Act No. 4003 Section 4 (December 5, 1932) |
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
BUREAU OF PLANT INDUSTRY
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All plant species of genus Musa, Abaca Bananas, Canton, Pacol, except clean Fiber | • Administrative Order No. 14 series
of 1950 (Revised) • Amendatory Notice to Paragraph I and Section 1 of Administrative Order No. 14, Series of 1950 (Revised) dated March 16, 1976 |
| 2 | Saba Banana (Musa Paradisiaca) planting materials | • BPI Quarantine Administrative order No. 4, series of 2005 "Amendment to BPI Quarantine Administrative Order No. 2, series of 2005, entitled Prohibition of Exports of Saba Banana (Musa Page 17 of 21 Paradisiaca) planting materials from the Philippines". |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All plants, planting materials and plant products; pest specimen; including wood packaging materials capable of harboring plant pests. | ● Executive Order No. 292 (1987);
Section 17 of Presidential Decree
No. 1433 as amended
"Promulgating the Plant Quarantine
Law of 1978, thereby revising and
consolidating existing Plant
Quarantine Laws, to further improve
and strengthen the Plant
Quarantine Service of the Bureau of
Plant Industry"
● BPI Quarantine Administrative Order No. 1 (1981), Phytosanitary Measures No. 15 "Guidelines for Regulating Wood Packaging Materials in International Trade".; ● DA and BPI Memorandum Circulars on Specific Protocols for Export of Agricultural Products. |
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FERTILIZER AND PESTICIDE AUTHORITY
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Banned Pesticides | FPA Circular No. 04 (1989) |
| 2 | Unregistered Pesticides and Fertilizers | Presidential Decree No. 1144, or Creating the Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Restricted Pesticides | FPA Circular No. 04 (1989) |
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT BUREAU
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lead and Lead Compounds | • DENR Administrative Order No. 2013-24 – Chemical Control Order for Lead and Lead Compounds |
| 2 | Recyclable Hazardous Materials | • Sections 2 & 3 of RA6969 or Toxic Substances Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act |
| Used Lead Acid Battery (ULAB) and Used Oils (except PCB oil) | of 1990; • DENR Administrative Order No. 36 (2004) |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | All Hazardous Chemicals and Substances | • Sections 2 & 3 of RA969, or
Toxic Substances Hazardous
and Nuclear Wastes Control Act
of 1990; • DENR Administrative Order No. 36 (2004) – Revising DAO 1992 29 to strengthen the implementation of RA 6969 |
| 2 | Ozone-Depleting Substances (ODS) | • DENR Administrative Order No.
2013-25 – Revised Regulations
on the Chemical Control Order
for ODS • Sections 2 & 3 of RA969, or Toxic Substances Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act of 1990. |
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
FOREST MANAGEMENT BUREAU
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unregistered Chainsaws | • RA9175, or Chainsaw Act of 2002; • DENR Administrative Order No. 2003-24 – Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA9175 |
| 2 | Sale of Protected Tree Species | Presidential Decree No. 705, or the Revised Forestry Code of the Philippines |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chainsaws | ● RA9175, or Chainsaw Act of
2002; ● DENR Administrative Order No. 2003-24 – Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA 9175 |
| 2 | Lumber, logs, poles, piles, log core and flitches/trailroad ties produced from planted trees from both the forestlands and private lands. | ● Presidential Decree No. 705, or
Forestry Reform Code of the
Philippines (May 19, 1975) ● DENR Administrative Order No. 1988-33, or Regulations Governing the Exportation of Lumber and Plantation Logs |
OPTICAL MEDIA BOARD (OMB)
Prohibited:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Granting any private sector partner the exclusive gift to provide internet services in a public place. | Rules and Regulations to Implement the Provisions of RA 10929 |
Regulated:
| No. | GOODS/PRODUCTS/SERVICES | LEGAL BASES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Accessories, add-ons | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 2 | Aluminum, Tin or metallic CD Casing | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 3 | Application / Business Software | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 4 | Betamax | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 5 | Book on Disc | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 6 | Cassette tape | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 7 | CD (compact disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 8 | CD Albums | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 9 | CD Spool | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 10 | CD Trays/ Shelves | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 11 | CD/DVD Binder Case | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 12 | CD/DVD Case | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 13 | CD/DVD Sleeves | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 14 | CD-A (compact disc digital audio) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 15 | CD-I (compact disc: interactive) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 16 | CD-R (Compact disc recordable) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 17 | CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 18 | CD-RW (compact disc rewritable) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 19 | CD-WO (compact disc write once) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 20 | Cellular Phone | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 21 | CD-P (Compact disc - photo) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 22 | DVD (China video disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 23 | Data Cartridge | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 24 | Direct Stamper Recording System | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 25 | DVD (digital versatile disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 26 | DVD / CD Recorder | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 27 | DVD upgrade kits | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 28 | DVD-RAM (digital versatile disc random access memory) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 29 | DVD-ROM (digital versatile disc read-only memory) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 30 | End-to forming equipment that make CD/DVD | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 31 | Equipment for Coating Laser Sensitive Material into CD | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 32 | Equipment for Coating glass masters into compact disc layer | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 33 | EVD (enhanced versatile disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 34 | Film Products | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 35 | Floppy Disks | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 36 | Games | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 37 | Glass or polymer masters | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 38 | Hard Disk Drive | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 39 | Injection molding machinery | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 40 | Integrated optical disc replication lines | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 41 | Internet-Based File Storage and Synchronization Service | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 42 | ISDs or Illicit Streaming Devices (set-top boxes, Android TV boxes) | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 43 | Labels of optical discs, cases or any other packaging material | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 44 | Labels with accessories of optical and magnetic media | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 45 | Labels on any parts of the end product of optical and magnetic media | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 46 | Laser Beam recorders | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 47 | LD (laser disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 48 | MD (mini disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 49 | Medical (MRI, CT-Scan on Disc, etc.) | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 50 | Metalizers for applying reflective layers to optical media | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 51 | Moulds and components thereof | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 52 | Music Products (excluding Vinyl) | Memorandum Circular No. 2006-005 |
| 53 | Network Attached Storage (NAS) | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 54 | Non-plastic sleeves | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 55 | Optical and magnetic media, its manufacturing equipment, parts and accessories and manufacturing materials. | RA9239, or Optical Media Act of 2003 |
| 56 | Optical Grade Polycarbonate | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 57 | Optical Media Device | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-001 |
| 58 | Optical Media Writer | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-001 |
| 59 | Optical Plastic CD/Jewel Cases | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 60 | Pocket CD Binder Sleeves | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 61 | Portable Hard Disk Drive | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 62 | Portable Media Players | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 63 | Printing Equipment | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |
| 64 | Protective CD plastic and/or glass cases | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 65 | Protective CD-R Case | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-007 |
| 66 | Replication Controllers | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 67 | Replication moulds | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 68 | Replication stampers | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 69 | Replication Systems (Laser Beam Recorders, etc.) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 70 | Replication Systems for Digital Disc | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 71 | Replication Systems for Optical Media | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 72 | Replication Systems for Pre-Recorded Discs | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 73 | Replication Systems using Master Laser Beam Recorder | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 74 | Solid State Drive (SSD) | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 75 | Stamper or other metal parts (or parts made of other materials) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-001 |
| 76 | Tablet Computer | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 77 | USB Flash Drives or Thumb Drives | Memorandum Circular No. 2018-002 |
| 78 | VCD (Video Compact Disc) | Memorandum Circular No. 2005-007 |
| 79 | VHS (Video Home System) | Memorandum Circular No. 2016-005 |