Milk tends to be more expensive in Thailand compared to some other countries due to several factors:
1. **Import Costs**: Thailand imports a significant portion of its dairy products, including milk. Importing involves costs such as transportation, tariffs, and import duties, which can increase the retail price.
2. **Production Costs**: The local production of milk in Thailand is limited. Dairy farming requires specific conditions (such as suitable climate and pastureland) which may not be as prevalent in Thailand compared to countries with more developed dairy industries.
3. **Distribution and Retail Markup**: Like any imported or specialty product, milk can incur additional costs through distribution and retail markup. This contributes to the final price consumers pay.
4. **Demand vs Supply**: Demand for milk in Thailand may be relatively high compared to domestic supply, which can push prices up due to competition for imported products.
5. **Economic Factors**: Economic conditions, exchange rates, and global market prices for dairy products can also influence the cost of imported milk in Thailand.
These factors together contribute to the higher cost of milk in Thailand compared to countries with more established dairy industries or lower production and import costs.