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In response to rising incidents of explosions at barbecue restaurants, Thailand's Ministry of Industry is pushing to classify gas canisters as a controlled product. Minister Ekanat Prompan announced this proposal, citing the popularity of barbecue eateries using gas canisters that are often improperly reused despite being designed for single use.

 

Highlighting the dangers, Minister Ekanat stressed the importance of adhering to safety guidelines. Non-refillable butane gas canisters, often misused by refilling with LPG, present significant risks due to the higher pressures involved compared to butane. Steel LPG cylinders are meant to withstand such pressures, unlike the more fragile canisters, making them a potential explosion hazard.

 

Wanchai Phanomchai, Secretary-General of the Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI), revealed that a new voluntary standard, TISI 4449-2568, for these butane canisters, is set for publication in the Royal Gazette next month. This standard aims to enhance safety given the canisters' widespread use.

 

The standard includes pressure deformation tests and incorporates explosion prevention features, such as pressure relief systems and temperature-sensitive valves that automatically release pressure to prevent explosions. Additionally, clear warning labels will advise against flame or sunlight exposure, prohibit refilling, and stress adherence to manufacturer guidelines. Proper storage in cooler environments is essential to prevent deterioration.

 

The classification move aims to expedite protective measures, with TISI in the final steps of presenting this proposal to its board. The initiative underscores the Ministry's commitment to public safety amid increasing cases of misuse.

 

Concurrently, in a tragic event linked to ongoing regional conflicts, a police officer died in Narathiwat province following a bomb explosion while investigating a double murder. The incident unfolded on May 4, as Narathiwat Provincial Police officers were gathering CCTV footage, marking another reminder of the security challenges faced in the region.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-05-09

 

 

21 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Non-refillable butane gas canisters, often misused by refilling with LPG, present significant risks due to the higher pressures involved compared to butane.

Surely that's illegal already?

2 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

Surely that's illegal already?

People going to people. Legal or not, they're going to do it.

Something I didnt realze . Thanks. Will dispose of the adaptor I bought.   New cannisters are so cheap anyway hey.