Section 600. Customs Transit in the Customs Territory.— Customs transit within the customs territory shall be allowed for goods except those intended for consumption, to be transported as follows:
From port of entry to another port of entry as exit point for outright exportation;
From port of entry to another port of entry or inland customs office;
From inland customs office to a port of entry as exit point for outright exportation; and
From one port of entry or inland customs office to another port of entry or inland customs office.
A transit permit is required for goods transported under customs transit. However, transfer of goods in customs transit from one means of transport to another shall be allowed; Provided, That any customs seal or fastening is not broken or tampered.
The party responsible for the compliance of the obligations imposed on customs transit shall ensure that the goods are presented intact and in due course at the customs office of destination. Failure to comply with the aforementioned obligations or likewise failure to follow a prescribed itinerary or period for delivery of the goods may immediately subject the goods to the corresponding duties, taxes and other applicable fines, penalties, and surcharges.