Revenue seizes 1,100 kg of chewing tobacco at Dublin Port

The illicit tobacco has an estimated value of €605,000

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2 January 2026

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Earlier this week, as a result of routine profiling, Revenue officers seized 1,100 kg of chewing tobacco at Dublin Port.

The illicit tobacco, which has an estimated value of €605,000, originated in India and arrived into Dublin Port via the Netherlands.

Investigations are ongoing.

Smuggling targeted

This seizure is part of Revenue’s ongoing work targeting smuggling and shadow economy activity.

If businesses, or members of the public have any information, they can contact Revenue in confidence on Confidential Phone Number 1800 295 295.

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