Trading Cards and Matcha Confiscated Over Import Irregularities

Trading Cards and Matcha Confiscated Over Import Irregularities

Thai customs officers seized a shipment of trading card products and matcha powder imported from Japan after finding problems with its documentation. The goods reportedly lacked required permits and were accompanied by inaccurate declarations that left more than 3.2 million baht in duties unpaid. Authorities said the shipment could breach several laws covering customs procedures, food products, imports and plant quarantine regulations. A Japanese matcha retailer also examined images of the seized goods and warned that a purple tin resembling a respected brand was counterfeit. Customs officials alleged that incorrect information had been submitted to reduce the amount of tax owed on the shipment.