Chinese-Run Warehouse Busted With 100,000 Fake Cosmetics

Consumer protection police have seized more than 100,000 counterfeit toothpaste and cosmetic products during a raid on a warehouse in Pathum Thani province. Authorities said the fake goods were allegedly being sold at low prices through a popular online shopping app. The operation was carried out on 9 March 2026 in Khlong Luang district following complaints from members of the public.

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The raid was ordered by Maj. Gen. Kongkrit Lertsitthikul, commander of the Consumer Protection Police Division, after reports surfaced about a surge of counterfeit toothpaste and cosmetic products being sold online in the area. Officers searched the warehouse and discovered a Chinese national identified as Mr. Junxiao acting as the caretaker of the premises.

During the search, police uncovered 10 types of illegal and counterfeit products totalling 122,872 items. Authorities estimated the damages from the counterfeit goods to exceed 6 million baht.

The most commonly counterfeited product was D.dent toothpaste, with 95,600 tubes seized during the operation. Officers also found fake Dentiste’ toothpaste, Garnier lotions and skin creams, Yerpall skincare products and other cosmetics labelled in foreign languages without official product registration numbers.

Authorities worked with legitimate manufacturers to identify differences between genuine products and the counterfeit items. Packaging from authentic batches produced since January 2026 includes a company watermark on the plastic seal, while the fake versions lack the official anti-counterfeit sticker.

Investigators also discovered discrepancies in the QR codes printed on the products. When scanned, QR codes on counterfeit items display the word “YAOGAO”, whereas genuine codes produce a combination of letters and numbers.

Officials further noted that authentic products typically carry a shelf life of three years from the production date, while the counterfeit goods state only two years. These differences helped investigators confirm that the products seized during the raid were not genuine.

Mr. Junxiao has been handed over to investigators at the Consumer Protection Police Division for legal proceedings. He faces charges of selling counterfeit cosmetics, distributing unregistered cosmetics and possessing goods bearing forged trademarks with intent to sell.

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If convicted, the offences carry a maximum penalty of four years in prison or a fine of up to 400,000 baht. Authorities are continuing their investigation to identify and arrest the owner of the warehouse.

Lt. Gen. Nattasak Chawanasai, commissioner of the Central Investigation Bureau, warned consumers about the dangers posed by counterfeit cosmetics. “Do not let unrealistically low prices become the bait that traps you,” he said.

He added that such products come into direct contact with the body and may contain unsafe chemicals that could cause severe allergic reactions or lead to toxic buildup. Komchadluek reported that police urged the public to remain cautious when purchasing health and beauty products online, particularly if prices appear significantly lower than normal market rates.

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Adapted by ASEAN Now Komchadluek 10 Mar 2026

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