The Bureau of Customs (BOC) seized P1.4 billion worth of illegal vape products at a warehouse in Navotas City.
BOC Commissioner Ariel Nepomuceno said this is their largest crackdown on illegal vape products since 2024.
The BOC chief also warned a vlogger who allegedly promoted and endorsed a suspended vape brand.
Nepomuceno said that more than 3 million vape units were confiscated with an estimated market value of P1 billion to P1.4 billion.
The operation, conducted on Saturday, was based on intelligence information and carried out with the help of the Philippine Coast Guard.
Authorities said five suspended vape brands flagged for non-compliance with packaging requirements were found inside the warehouse.
Authorities are still determining when the shipments enter the country, but initial findings suggest they came from China.
Nepomuceno said they have already identified the registered owners of the warehouse, adding that they will be given the opportunity to present their documents.
The BOC, however, stressed that accountability will be strictly enforced.
Nepomuceno also called on the vlogger allegedly endorsing one of the suspended brands to coordinate with authorities as the investigation continues.
The government could lose around P4 million in duties and taxes due to the illegal vape products.