Authorities Seize Illegal Pet Food in Samut Sakhon Raid
Thai officials have confiscated 70 types of unregistered pet food worth 13 million baht from a warehouse in Samut Sakhon.
According to a report by Prachachat Business, a joint operation between the Agricultural Land Reform Office and the Department of Livestock Development led to a raid on a warehouse in the Phanthai Norasing sub-district of Samut Sakhon province. The action followed an undercover investigation into the online sale of illegal pet food products. During the operation, authorities seized 70 different items with an estimated total value of over 13 million baht. Officials stated that the facility lacked the necessary production licenses for sale and that the products were not registered as controlled animal feed. This enforcement action highlights ongoing efforts by Thai authorities to regulate the pet food market and ensure product safety standards are met. For residents and pet owners, this serves as a reminder to verify the legitimacy of pet food sources, particularly when purchasing through online channels. It remains to be confirmed whether the operators will face further criminal charges and what specific health risks, if any, these unregistered products posed to animals. The investigation is ongoing as authorities continue to process the seized evidence.
