Police Bust Warehouse Stash of Illegal Cosmetics Worth 8 Million Baht
Police raided a Bang Phli warehouse and seized over 83,000 units of illegally imported Japanese cosmetics and health products worth 8.3 million baht that were being distributed to online sellers without proper Thai labeling or regulatory ap
On August 13, Consumer Protection Police Division Director Kongkrit Lertsitthikul ordered a raid on a warehouse in Bang Phli District, Samut Prakan province. Officers led by Wirapong Khlai Thong and Anusara Bua Daeng seized cosmetics, dietary supplements, and health products illegally imported from Japan—116 product types totaling 83,483 units valued at over 8.3 million baht.
The operation followed complaints about merchants illegally selling cosmetics, dietary supplements, health products, and hazardous household substances online without Thai-language labels. Investigators determined that most items had been smuggled from Japan without inspection or approval from relevant authorities, posing a consumer safety risk. Upon smuggling into Thailand, the goods were typically stored at this Bang Phli warehouse for distribution to online retailers.
Investigation revealed the warehouse had previously served as storage for imported goods. It later began offering warehousing and fulfillment services for online sellers, handling 200–300 items daily and charging 10–12 baht per box for packing. The operation had run for over four years. After securing a court warrant, officers compiled evidence and seized the merchandise. Investigators are now pursuing charges against those involved under the Cosmetics Act, Hazardous Substances Act, Food Act, and Pharmaceutical Act.
