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Crime Raid on Chinese-Backed Warehouse Uncovers Dangerous Household Chemicals & Illegal Cosmetics
Pictures courtesy of Matichon. Police and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have raided a warehouse in Bangkok’s Lat Krabang district, uncovering more than 400,000 items of illegal household chemicals and unregistered cosmetics, valued at over 20 million baht. The operation is believed to be linked to a Chinese business network distributing hazardous goods via online platforms. At a press briefing held at the Central Investigation Bureau, Pol. Col. Anuwat Rakcharoen, Deputy Commander of the Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD), alongside other senior police officials and Dr. Rungreuthai Muanprasithporn, Deputy Secretary-General of the FDA, revealed the outcome of the raid on the warehouse, which had been covertly stockpiling illegal goods imported from overseas. Among the seized items were hazardous household products such as drain cleaners, general-purpose cleaners, and washing machine solutions under the SEAWAYS brand. Also confiscated were unregistered cosmetics under the “Dr. Leo” brand, including skin creams and sunscreens, all lacking legally required product registration numbers. Pol. Col. Anuwat explained that the investigation began following reports of a fatality suspected to be caused by toxic fumes from an illegal drain-cleaning product. Acting on this information, officers traced the distribution chain to the warehouse, where they found foreign workers packing parcels for online dispatch. “Evidence indicated the warehouse had been in operation for around three years,” he said. “It processed between 7,000 to 9,000 items daily, with workers earning 5 to 7 baht per item packed. The orders were coordinated through a Chinese-run network, with customer data relayed from Chinese sellers directly to the warehouse.” Pol. Col. Weerapong Klaitong, the lead investigator, added that the warehouse was operated by a Thai woman, Ms. Uthumwan, who admitted the stock belonged to a Chinese financier. The warehouse merely served as a logistics hub, with no knowledge of the exact sellers on the Chinese side. Further examination by the FDA found that many SEAWAYS products lacked proper registration, labelling in Thai and had not passed through official import inspection channels. Some had even applied for registration without completing the necessary import procedures. The Dr. Leo cosmetics also had no import records between January 2024 and the present. Initial charges laid include: possession of hazardous substances without disclosure, possession of unregistered hazardous substances, sale of hazardous substances without proper Thai labelling, sale of unregistered cosmetics, incorrect labelling of cosmetics and unauthorised importation and distribution of cosmetics. Dr. Rungreuthai issued a stern warning to the public, urging consumers to remain vigilant when shopping for household products and cosmetics online. “Always look for Thai-language labels and valid FDA registration numbers,” he said. “Don’t be swayed by flashy advertising or unusually low prices. You may be putting your health and your life, at serious risk.” Authorities have confirmed the investigation is ongoing, and further legal action is expected as they work to dismantle the network behind the illegal operation. Adapted by Asean Now from Matichon 2025-07-23 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 23 July 2025
Forest Department Probes Influencer Police Officer’s Resort for Encroachment Picture courtesy of Matichon. Authorities have launched a formal investigation into a luxury riverside resort owned by former police officer-turned-social media influencer, Pol. Sgt. Yutthaphon Srisompong, widely known as “Johnny the Enforcer”, for alleged forest land encroachment in the Lam Dom Noi self-reliant community zone. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1367552-forest-department-probes-influencer-police-officer’s-resort-for-encroachment/ -
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Middle East Urgent Plea: 28 Nations Unite for Immediate Gaza Ceasefire
Yeah well there are hostages to rescue so continued shooting is fine. Cease fire upon a release of hostages and white flag -
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Is AI lulling us into a false sense of security?
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JD Vance warned he's 'utterly unwelcome' over UK vacation plans
Rumpty? Never been called that before. So this means a typcial dinnner at the Vance household is just like as she describes?
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