Raids Uncover Substandard Goods
Inspections in Nakhon Pathom and Bangkok
On July 18, 2025, Thai authorities conducted raids on three companies selling substandard electrical products via online platforms, seizing goods valued at over 7.2 million baht. Led by Thitiphat Chotidechachainan, head of a Ministry of Industry task force, the operations targeted warehouses and retail sites lacking Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI) certifications. The crackdown underscores Thailand’s efforts to protect consumers from unsafe imports, particularly from China, amid growing concerns over product quality.
First Warehouse Raid Findings
Uncertified Products at Salaya Park
The initial raid focused on a warehouse in CTT Salaya Park, Nakhon Pathom, operated by TT-One Technology Co Ltd, which ran 21 online stores. Authorities, alongside TISI and Trade Competition Commission officials, confiscated items like power sockets, extension cords, power banks, air fryers, and fans. Most products, primarily imported from China, lacked mandatory TISI safety certifications, posing risks to consumers and violating national standards.
Retail Site Investigation
Onesam Brand Under Scrutiny
A second operation targeted a retail location on Phutthamonthon Sai 3 in Bangkok’s Bang Kae district, owned by NTP Electronic 2019 Co Ltd, operating under the Onesam brand across three online shops. Prompted by customer complaints, prior tests revealed Onesam’s products failed to meet Thai safety standards. The raid uncovered additional non-compliant items, including power chargers and extension cords, highlighting systemic issues in online retail compliance.
Expanded Probe Into Importers
MGT Intercorporation Implicated
The investigation extended to MGT Intercorporation Co Ltd in Nakhon Pathom, identified as the importer of Onesam’s substandard goods. Authorities discovered more uncertified electrical products during a search of the company’s premises. This finding points to broader challenges in regulating imported electronics, with many Chinese-sourced items bypassing Thailand’s stringent safety requirements, threatening both consumer safety and local industries.
Legal and Regulatory Actions
Penalties and Platform Compliance
All three companies were ordered to remove uncertified products from their online platforms immediately. Legal proceedings are underway, with potential penalties including fines and imprisonment for violating TISI standards. The crackdown aligns with Thailand’s broader push to curb substandard imports, as seen in the TISI Watch AI system, which flagged over 98,000 non-compliant listings in 2025, ensuring safer markets and protecting local manufacturers.
Protecting Thailand’s Market
Addressing Consumer Safety Risks
The seizures reflect Thailand’s commitment to enforcing industrial standards amid a surge in cheap, uncertified imports flooding online platforms like Temu and Lazada. With 33% of substandard goods in 2024 being electrical appliances, per TISI reports, these raids aim to safeguard consumers from hazards like faulty chargers and power banks. By strengthening collaboration with customs and e-commerce platforms, authorities seek to restore trust and support Thailand’s SMEs against unfair competition.
