The Second Regional Customs Office Raided a major counterfeit brand-name goods warehouse in northeastern Thailand that violated trademarks and sold products through live streaming, seizing more than 10,000 items with estimated damages of at least 30 million baht.
On 9 July 2026, the Second Regional Customs Office, led by Mr. Natthapoom Dokphut, Senior Customs Academic Officer and Head of Investigation and Suppression Division, along with over 10 officers, conducted a joint raid on a warehouse in Suranaree Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, following public complaints about trademark-infringing goods being sold via Facebook Live.
The search uncovered 14 employees sorting counterfeit brand-name products such as clothing, shoes, bags, belts, and hats from leading brands. Authorities seized no fewer than 10,000 items, with economic damages estimated at over 30 million baht.
Mr. Natthapoom stated that this operation aligns with policies from the government, Ministry of Finance, and Customs Department leadership, emphasizing strict enforcement against illegal and intellectual property-infringing goods in the Northeast region. Investigations identified the warehouse used as a distribution hub for smuggled counterfeit goods, leading to a court-approved search warrant from Nakhon Ratchasima Provincial Court to conduct the raid this morning.
Initially, officials seized all goods for detailed inspection with trademark owners’ representatives and will expedite legal proceedings against those involved for possession and receipt of trademark-infringing goods under customs law, which carries penalties including imprisonment and fines.
Officials also warned consumers to be cautious when purchasing online, especially if products claiming authenticity are priced unusually low, as these may be counterfeit or smuggled without proper taxes. Additionally, they cautioned vendors illegally importing and selling such goods that these offenses are serious customs violations with severe penalties.
The Second Regional Customs Office will continue investigations to apprehend offenders to prevent economic harm and protect consumers.
