Customs Disposal: A Safe and Lawful Process at Licensed Facilities

The customs disposal process is a critical stage in terms of both environmental safety and legal compliance. If products that have passed their expiry date, spoiled, been damaged or lost their economic value are not disposed of by the right methods, serious risks arise, such as administrative fines, legal sanctions and damage to brand value. For this reason, choosing professional and licensed solutions is of great importance.

Ex Officio Disposal of Goods

The customs administration has the authority to destroy ex officio goods that have deteriorated through an accident or for reasons beyond control and that pose a danger. Article 53 of the Customs Law (No. 4458) in the official legislation gives the customs administration the authority of ex officio disposal. If the owner of the goods cannot be reached, the administration starts the disposal process directly and notifies the result of the transaction in writing. It also recovers the costs arising from the disposal from the owner of the goods. Disposal operations carried out outside your control may also lead to negative outcomes, such as being unable to benefit from the exit exempt from customs duty and VAT (KDV) and from the resulting cost advantages.

The commission consists of at least three people, chaired by the customs chief. This commission takes the disposal decision, carries out the process and records the results in minutes. In this way, all transactions are secured with official documents.

Why Is Customs Disposal Important?

Customs disposal is the process of disposing, under the supervision of the authorised institutions, of goods that have entered the Turkish Customs Territory and have not been released for free circulation, and that are unusable or contrary to the legislation.

Incorrect or unauthorised disposal operations give rise to

• Administrative fines,
• Legal sanctions and
• Damage to brand value
  (all serious risks).

For this reason, managing the process professionally is vital for brand security, legal compliance and sustainability.

The Legal Framework for Customs Disposal

Articles 36, 53, 64, 164 and 165 of the Customs Law determine the procedures and principles of the disposal process.

• Article 53: Where the conditions so require, customs administrations may have goods presented to customs destroyed and recover the disposal costs from the owner of the goods.
• Article 164: Goods that are not in free circulation may be destroyed in a way that does not impose a financial burden on the treasury.
• Article 165: The request for disposal must be notified to the customs administration in advance.

These provisions show that the process is both a legal obligation and a corporate responsibility.

Professional Customs Disposal with Scrap Danışmanlık

Scrap Danışmanlık provides professional customs disposal services in licensed waste recovery and disposal facilities, under the supervision of our environmental engineers. At every stage of the process, we act in compliance with the law, using transparent, documented and environmentally friendly methods.

Our Key Strengths

• Brand Security: We protect your brand by preventing defective or expired products from leaking into the market.
• Safe Disposal & Recycling: We carry out disposal in licensed disposal facilities under the supervision of our environmental engineers, and return recyclable waste to the economy.
• Tax Advantage: We provide a cost advantage through the exit exempt from customs duty and VAT (KDV).
• Transparent Management: We document every step of the process with photographic records, video recordings and official reports.
• Sustainability: With our “Every Disposal Plants a Sapling” vision, we contribute to nature.
• Legal Compliance: We eliminate risks with inspection-ready files that are 100% compliant with the legislation.

Steps of the Customs Disposal Process

1. Application & File Preparation

The petition, the GTİP (customs tariff code) and the goods information are prepared and submitted to the customs administration.

2. Approval Process

The necessary approvals are obtained from the Customs and the Environment Directorate.

1. Survey and Identification: Our technical team visits the relevant institution and identifies the products to be destroyed on site.
2. Transport: We take delivery of the products safely from where they are located, using licensed waste transport vehicles.
3. Loading and Weighing: Our team loads the products onto the vehicles, transports them to the disposal centre and records the weighing.
4. Disposal & Shredding: While products that pose a danger are disposed of by incineration, electronic products are passed through a shredder, physically rendered unusable and recycled.
5. Dispatch and Disposal: We direct the shredded products to suitable facilities for recovery.
6. Reporting: We document the entire process with official records and deliver the reports to your company

Benefits of Customs Disposal

• Environmental Protection: We prevent products from entering the environment by improper routes.
• Legal Compliance: The entire process is fully compliant with customs and environmental legislation.
• Brand Trust: We protect brand value by preventing counterfeit or risky products from being placed on the market.
• Tax Advantage: Exemption from customs duty and VAT (KDV) is provided.
• Cost Advantage: Warehouse and inventory costs are reduced.
• Transparent Process: We report every step, so we provide an auditable and traceable service. You can also follow all steps in real time through our online portal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Is customs disposal legally mandatory?
Yes. The customs administration makes the disposal of products that pose a danger mandatory. In addition, companies are obliged to carry out this process only in licensed facilities.

2. Who carries out the disposal process?
Our expert teams manage the process. This way, every transaction proceeds in a controlled and safe manner.

3. Can we receive a report after the disposal?
Yes. At the end of each operation, a detailed report and an official disposal record are delivered to you. In this way, your legal obligations are fully completed.

Why Scrap Danışmanlık?

• The longest-serving disposal consultancy organisation in Türkiye
• Expert and experienced team
• Safe transport with licensed vehicles and facilities
• Documented, transparent and reportable process management
• A professional approach that protects brand value
• A sustainability-focused vision

Conclusion: Reliable and Environmentally Responsible Customs Disposal

Professional customs disposal is not only a legal obligation; it is also a critical process in terms of brand security, tax advantage and sustainability.

Scrap Danışmanlık,

• Brand Security
• Safe Disposal & Recycling
• Tax Advantage
• Transparent Management
• Sustainability
• Legal Compliance

stands by you at every step of customs disposal, guided by these principles.

In conclusion, the customs disposal process is not only a legal obligation; it is also a critical responsibility for protecting the environment and society. To receive a reliable and professional customs disposal service, you can get in touch with us through our contact page.