BANGKOK- The Ministry of Commerce has announced a list of 8 goods that have been barred from transfer through the Thai border by the United Nations.
The 8 goods that have been banned from being transferred in and out of Thailand include products that infringe upon intellectual property, reproductions of licensed goods, hookahs and E-Cigarettes, gaming devices, elephant products, ancient artifacts, Buddhist paraphernalia and caffeine. Those caught attempting to leave or enter the country with such items will be fined and imprisoned as well as have the goods confiscated along with any implements for transport.
The ministry has also reminded that sensitive agricultural goods that can impact Thai farmers, such as tapioca, rice, wood and products that require World Trade Organization treaties to transport such as palm oil, animal feed corn, onions, garlic and milk have yet to be authorized for transfer from Thailand. Those who wish to travel with such products must receive the proper documentation, which include verification of the goods’ origins and their hygiene.
