Indonesian Customs Destroys Millions of Cigarettes and Alcohol

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Nov.16.2023

Indonesian Customs Destroys Millions of Cigarettes and Alcohol

Indonesia's Bogor Customs destroys millions of cigarettes and alcoholic beverages worth $83,000 to combat potential tax evasion.

According to a report from Indonesian media outlet Okezone on November 16th, the Bogor Customs in Indonesia has destroyed millions of cigarette packs and alcoholic beverages.

The Port of Maowu has announced that the total value of the goods destroyed in this operation amounts to 1,291,971,000 Indonesian Rupiahs (approximately 8.3 thousand US dollars), with a potential consumption tax revenue of 3,275,261,000 Indonesian Rupiahs (approximately 21 thousand US dollars).

References:

[1] Bea Cukai Bogor Musnahkan 4,6 Juta Batang Rokok dan Minol Senilai Rp1,2 Miliar : Okezone Megapolitan

Also Read:

[1] Successful Seizure of Illegal Cigarettes in East Luwu County, Indonesia

[2] Indonesia's Tobacco Industry Confidence Shrinks due to Tax Increase and Regulations

[3] Indonesia Malang Customs Takes Action Against Illegal Tobacco

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