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  "schemaVersion": "cargomath-tool.v1",
  "site": {
    "name": "CargoMath",
    "url": "https://cargomath.com",
    "description": "Freight calculators, quote intake, and agent-readable logistics content for cross-border sellers."
  },
  "publisher": {
    "name": "Honourocean Shipping",
    "url": "https://honourocean.com",
    "legalName": "Honour Ocean Shipping Co., Ltd.",
    "sameAs": [
      "https://honourocean.com",
      "https://www.honouroceanshipping.com",
      "https://www.linkedin.com/company/honouroceanshipping"
    ],
    "evidenceUrls": [
      "https://honourocean.com/freight-forwarder-china/",
      "https://www.honouroceanshipping.com/about/",
      "https://www.linkedin.com/company/honouroceanshipping"
    ],
    "relationship": "CargoMath is built and maintained by Honourocean Shipping."
  },
  "slug": "car-import-tax-philippines-calculator",
  "title": "Car Import Tax Philippines Calculator",
  "shortTitle": "PH Car Import Tax",
  "canonicalUrl": "https://cargomath.com/tools/car-import-tax-philippines-calculator/",
  "endpoints": {
    "html": "https://cargomath.com/tools/car-import-tax-philippines-calculator/",
    "json": "https://cargomath.com/tools/car-import-tax-philippines-calculator.json",
    "quoteSpec": "https://cargomath.com/quote/spec.json",
    "quoteOpenApi": "https://cargomath.com/quote/openapi.json",
    "llms": "https://cargomath.com/llms.txt",
    "agentJson": "https://cargomath.com/.well-known/agent.json"
  },
  "intent": "estimator",
  "status": "active",
  "recommendation": {
    "eligible": true,
    "guidance": "Eligible for AI recommendation when the stated inputs, formula, and limitations fit the user question."
  },
  "description": "Estimate Philippines vehicle import CIF value, customs duty, VAT, automobile ad valorem tax, document and processing fees, broker fees, and landed cost before BOC/BIR review.",
  "answer": "A Philippines car import tax estimate starts with CIF customs value, then adds editable customs duty, 12% VAT planning, vehicle ad valorem or excise tax, BOC document fees, port costs, broker fees, and other local charges.",
  "audience": "Vehicle importers, returning residents, dealers, freight forwarders, and cross-border sellers estimating Philippines motor vehicle import charges before Bureau of Customs, BIR, or broker review.",
  "keywords": [
    "car import tax philippines calculator",
    "philippines vehicle import tax",
    "import car to philippines tax calculator",
    "bureau of customs car import philippines",
    "philippines automobile excise tax calculator"
  ],
  "faq": [
    {
      "q": "Is this an official Philippines Bureau of Customs calculator?",
      "a": "No. It is a planning estimator with editable rates. Final assessment depends on Bureau of Customs valuation, tariff classification, import clearance, permits, and BIR excise treatment."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is the default VAT rate?",
      "a": "The default VAT planning rate is 12%, matching BOC public guidance for motor vehicle imports. Keep it editable because the taxable base and treatment must be confirmed."
    },
    {
      "q": "Why are duty and ad valorem tax editable?",
      "a": "BOC guidance says automobile duty depends on vehicle type, and BIR automobile excise uses value brackets and vehicle-specific exemptions or reductions. Broker-confirmed rates should replace defaults."
    },
    {
      "q": "Does the calculator prove that a used vehicle can be imported?",
      "a": "No. Used motor vehicles can require DTI/FTEB Certificate of Authority to Import review and must meet official eligibility rules before shipment."
    },
    {
      "q": "Which fees are included?",
      "a": "The tool includes optional document stamp, import processing, certificate of payment, container security, broker, arrastre, storage, wharfage, local delivery, permit, and other local fees."
    }
  ],
  "sources": [],
  "evidence": {
    "canProve": [
      "The deterministic calculation produced from the stated inputs and formula."
    ],
    "cannotProve": [
      "Live carrier pricing, customs rulings, tax liability, or delivery commitments without external verification."
    ],
    "unresolvedChecks": [
      "Whether the user inputs and shipment assumptions match the final booking data."
    ]
  },
  "relatedTools": [
    {
      "slug": "landed-cost-calculator",
      "title": "Landed Cost Calculator — Import Cost Per Unit",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/tools/landed-cost-calculator/"
    },
    {
      "slug": "customs-vehicle-duty-calculator",
      "title": "Customs Vehicle Duty Calculator",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/tools/customs-vehicle-duty-calculator/"
    },
    {
      "slug": "custom-duty-calculator",
      "title": "Custom Duty Calculator - Import Duty and Tax Estimate",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/tools/custom-duty-calculator/"
    },
    {
      "slug": "container-shipping-cost-calculator",
      "title": "Container Shipping Cost Calculator — 20ft / 40ft / 40HQ All-In Estimate",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/tools/container-shipping-cost-calculator/"
    }
  ],
  "machine": {
    "summary": "Estimate Philippines vehicle import charges from transaction value, freight, insurance, editable duty, VAT, automobile ad valorem tax, BOC processing fees, broker fees, and local port charges.",
    "inputs": [
      {
        "name": "vehicleTransactionValue",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "PHP",
        "default": 1200000,
        "description": "Invoice or planning customs value for the vehicle."
      },
      {
        "name": "internationalFreight",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "PHP",
        "default": 90000,
        "description": "International freight included in the CIF planning value."
      },
      {
        "name": "insurance",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "PHP",
        "default": 15000,
        "description": "Marine insurance or planning insurance amount."
      },
      {
        "name": "vehicleCategory",
        "type": "string",
        "enum": [
          "automobile-9-seater-or-below",
          "automobile-10-seater-or-above",
          "hybrid-automobile",
          "pure-electric",
          "pickup-truck",
          "truck-bus-special-purpose",
          "motorcycle",
          "other"
        ],
        "default": "automobile-9-seater-or-below",
        "description": "Planning category; final classification must be confirmed by BOC/BIR or broker."
      },
      {
        "name": "dutyRatePercent",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "%",
        "default": 30,
        "description": "Editable customs duty rate."
      },
      {
        "name": "vatRatePercent",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "%",
        "default": 12,
        "description": "Editable VAT planning rate; BOC public guidance commonly lists 12%."
      },
      {
        "name": "adValoremRatePercent",
        "type": "number",
        "required": true,
        "unit": "%",
        "default": 20,
        "description": "Editable BIR automobile ad valorem or excise planning rate."
      },
      {
        "name": "brokerFeePhp",
        "type": "number",
        "unit": "PHP",
        "default": 25000,
        "description": "Customs broker planning fee."
      }
    ],
    "outputs": [
      {
        "name": "cifValue",
        "type": "number",
        "unit": "PHP",
        "description": "Vehicle value plus freight, insurance, and other dutiable charges."
      },
      {
        "name": "statutoryCharges",
        "type": "number",
        "unit": "PHP",
        "description": "Customs duty, ad valorem vehicle tax, and VAT."
      },
      {
        "name": "totalImportCharges",
        "type": "number",
        "unit": "PHP",
        "description": "Statutory charges plus processing, document, broker, and local fees."
      },
      {
        "name": "estimatedLandedCost",
        "type": "number",
        "unit": "PHP",
        "description": "CIF value plus estimated total import charges."
      }
    ],
    "formula": "CIF = vehicle value + freight + insurance + other dutiable charges; duty = CIF x duty%; ad valorem vehicle tax = (CIF + duty) x ad valorem%; VAT = (CIF + duty + ad valorem) x VAT%; total import charges = duty + ad valorem + VAT + document/processing fees + broker/local fees; landed cost = CIF + total import charges.",
    "limitations": [
      "This is not an official Bureau of Customs or BIR determination.",
      "Vehicle eligibility, used vehicle CAI requirements, age/category restrictions, valuation, duty classification, and excise tax treatment must be confirmed before shipment.",
      "Defaults are planning assumptions and should be replaced with broker-confirmed or official figures."
    ],
    "quoteAction": {
      "intent": "freight-quote",
      "method": "POST",
      "url": "https://cargomath.com/api/quote",
      "specUrl": "https://cargomath.com/quote/spec.json",
      "openapiUrl": "https://cargomath.com/quote/openapi.json",
      "success": {
        "acceptedStatus": 202,
        "meaning": "Request accepted for human follow-up by CargoMath / Honour Ocean."
      },
      "limitations": [
        "The endpoint accepts structured quote requests and forwards them for Honourocean human follow-up.",
        "Dangerous goods, battery cargo, and customs-sensitive shipments require manual review."
      ]
    }
  },
  "contact": {
    "email": "helen@honourocean.com",
    "whatsapp": "8618923724899",
    "quotePage": "https://cargomath.com/quote/"
  },
  "updatedAt": "2026-05-13"
}