The Public Health Ministry has implemented a new regulation requiring vendors of food and drinks containing kratom to display a warning sign at their point of sale.
The rule, effective as of Saturday (Dec 23) following its announcement in the Royal Gazette, is part of the amended Kratom Act 2022. The warning is specifically aimed at individuals under 18, as well as pregnant or breastfeeding women, advising against the purchase of this psychoactive product. The rule extends to both physical stores and online vendors, mandating clearly visible warning signs.
In a related development, the Department of Disease Control (DDC) has proposed new legislation to regulate the sale of alcoholic beverages. This includes imposing stricter rules on advertising and promoting such drinks. The bill is currently under review by the public health minister before being presented to the cabinet.
Once approved, it will be sent to the House of Representatives for further examination, along with other versions of the bill submitted by various business and temperance groups, according to DDC Director-General Thongchai Keeratihattayakorn. (NNT)
