Registration, labelling and safety rules for cosmetics and food, distinct from general drug enforcement.
The Brazilian Ministry of Fisheries stated that the reopening of the European Union market for seafood, which has been suspended since 2018, could potentially increase the country's export value by approximately 20%, from the current level of 472 million US dollars. This process…
Joint operations by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seized over 449,000 pieces of unregistered cosmetics and medical devices in a Bangkok warehouse. The operation targeted products sold online without Thai registration numbers,…
Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health announced the start of its 63rd seized-drug disposal operation on October 27, 2026, at an industrial-waste incineration facility in Bang Pu, Samut Prakan. The material comes from 48,320 cases and weighs 93,092 kilograms including packaging;…
The Prachinburi Provincial Fisheries Office announced on October 26, 2026, that laboratory testing of seafood from the Prachinburi River conducted on October 21, 2026, found no heavy metals exceeding safety standards. Samples included nine specimens of natural and farmed fish…
The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigated a Facebook page named 'Pet shop สินค้าสัตว์เลี้ยง' that advertised the sale of flea-and-tick drops for pets. The advertisement claimed to be an authorized distributor, offering safe and affordable purchases. However,…
The Chinese Ministry of Health and the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) have officially implemented a set of national food safety standards and 50 revised specifications. These measures establish new benchmarks for supply chain control, covering contaminant…
The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) concluded the 'ThaiFDA International Health, Wellness and Longevity Innovation Forum 2026' (ThaiFDA WELLNEXT 2026), held from October 23 to 25, 2026, at Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon. The event, themed 'From Thai Innovation to…
The Thai FDA opened its 'ThaiFDA International Health, Wellness and Longevity Innovation Forum 2026' (WELLNEXT 2026) on October 23, 2026, at Royal Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon. Minister of Public Health Phatthana Promphat presided over the event, delivering a keynote speech titled…
Foreign investors operating in Indonesia must secure sector-specific approvals, licenses, and certifications determined by activity type, product classification, and risk level. Requirements vary according to the Indonesian Standard Industrial Classification (KBLI) 2025 and…
The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning against the dietary supplement 'Olyvia T10' after investigations revealed that the manufacturer, S.G. Wellness Co., Ltd., never produced the product bearing food registration number 76-1-17557-5-0381 and cancelled this…
The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in collaboration with the National Anti-Drug Council, the Royal Thai Police, the Department of Medical Sciences, the Army, and other relevant agencies, conducted verification procedures on more than 93 tons of seized drugs from 48,320…
LOOKS, a beauty brand under Central Food Retail (Central Retail Group), reports growth in its skincare and vitamin categories from January to August 2026, with medical cosmetics growing more than three times the overall average and sleep-supporting vitamins up 30%. The company…
The Trade Negotiation Committee (TNC) of Thailand's Ministry of Commerce released a study indicating that the country possesses significant potential in natural and cultural capital to drive export value through soft power. The research identifies beauty products, fragrances,…
The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a public warning urging consumers to exercise caution when purchasing sweets via online channels. The alert follows reports of three individuals, including a 2-year-old child, experiencing adverse health effects after…
The Department of Agricultural Extension presented Thailand's Bio-Circular-Green Economy model at the 2026 Global Biennial FARM Forum in Bangkok. Officials highlighted a strategic plan to phase out highly hazardous pesticides (HHPs) while accelerating research into bio-products…
On October 14, 2026, at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) office in Nonthaburi Province, Dr. Supattra Boonsam, Executive Director of the FDA, handed over essential medicines, medical supplies, and consumer goods to Dr. Saissam Wongsasulak, a board member of the Volunteer…
On October 14, 2569 (2026), the Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) convened an urgent Zoom meeting with the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the Ministry of Public Health, and hospitals nationwide to outline strategies for managing methadone supplies. Deputy FDA…
The Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ordered all border inspection posts nationwide to tighten surveillance on imported vegetables and fruits. This heightened scrutiny is driven by surging consumer demand during the upcoming Vegetarian Festival and domestic production…