Bangkok Raids Seize Illegal Goods Worth Over 20 Million Baht
A sweeping crackdown in Bangkok has led to the confiscation of more than 690,000 illegal and substandard goods, valued at over 20 million baht, in a coordinated effort to protect consumers and dismantle smuggling networks.
Deputy government spokesperson Sasikarn Watthanachan announced that the Team Sud Soi task force — under the leadership of Industry Minister Akanat Promphan and permanent secretary Nattapol Rangsitpol — joined forces with the Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI) and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to inspect two warehouses in the Bang Khun Thian district.
The first warehouse, operated by HS 138 Co Ltd, contained 42,263 items, including light bulbs, fans, irons, Bluetooth speakers, and LED lamps. Many products lacked TISI certification or displayed fake QR codes. The second warehouse, run by DS Tools Co Ltd, held more than 600,000 goods such as shower heads, taps, power plugs, and switches, all failing to meet safety standards or carrying counterfeit certification marks.
In total, authorities seized 642,000 items valued at over 10 million baht (US$309,310) from the two warehouses. Officials believe both facilities are linked to a major smuggling operation importing non-compliant goods into Thailand. The DSI has classified the case as a special investigation, aiming to dismantle the broader network behind the distribution of these products.
Industry Minister Akanat stressed that substandard electrical and household goods pose serious risks, including electrical fires and toxic contamination, while also undermining fair competition in the marketplace. The ministry plans to strengthen relevant laws, expand the use of TISI Watch scanning technology, and conduct more frequent inspections at key distribution points.
In a separate operation, Deputy Public Health Minister Chaichana Dechdecho led a raid in Yaowarat on August 7, targeting the Heng Heng Supermarket in collaboration with the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD) and Samphanthawong district officials. The store, which had previously faced three prosecutions for mislabelling products, was found selling more than 50,000 illegal health-related goods.
These seized items included food, medicines, cosmetics, herbal products, and medical devices — most imported from China without proper authorisation. Valued at another 10 million baht, the goods were handed over to CPPD investigators for legal action.
Food and Drug Administration deputy secretary-general Withid Srisuriyachai warned of the dangers posed by contaminated or improperly manufactured health products. Such items can cause serious health issues and often originate from facilities with unsanitary conditions. He ordered nationwide inspections to ensure all products meet legal safety requirements before reaching consumers.
Both major raids reflect the Thai government’s zero-tolerance stance on hazardous and illegal goods. Authorities emphasised their commitment to tightening enforcement, expanding inspections, and prosecuting offenders to the fullest extent of the law.
Officials say the crackdown sends a clear message to suppliers and distributors that the trade in unsafe goods will not be tolerated, and that protecting public safety remains a top priority.
