The government is elevating EV battery safety standards by strictly controlling production, import, and sales, while establishing monitoring guidelines for after the batteries reach end-of-life, to build confidence in Thailand's electric vehicle industry.
On 23 Oct 2026 GMT+7, Ms. Lalida Pertwivatana, Deputy Spokesperson of the Office of the Prime Minister, announced that the government is advancing EV battery safety standards to build public trust and support sustainable growth of Thailand's electric vehicle industry. The Ministry of Industry is driving the establishment of mandatory standards for electric energy storage systems used in vehicles, overseeing production, import, and sales. They are also preparing to consider monitoring and managing batteries after their service life to ensure EV industry development prioritizes both public safety and long-term environmental impact.
Ms. Lalida stated the government prioritizes setting standards for rechargeable electrical energy storage systems (REESS) excluding lead-acid types, used in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) classified as M and N, which are vehicles with at least four wheels for passenger or goods transport. These products must comply with Industrial Product Standard TISI 3026-2563 Part 2 on safety.
The standard emphasizes protections against overcharging, high temperature, and short circuit control to reduce risks from battery system faults that could endanger life and property. Once the ministerial regulation takes effect, manufacturers and importers within scope must obtain licenses under the Industrial Product Standards Act, while sellers must offer only licensed products meeting the prescribed standards.
Ms. Lalida added that beyond controlling safety standards before market release, the government also focuses on managing batteries at end-of-life. The Ministry of Industry has been tasked to review proposals regarding impact monitoring after law enforcement and follow-up processes for energy storage systems to develop future operational guidelines. This process remains at the consideration stage and does not yet constitute a mandate for battery take-back or compulsory recycling systems.
Regarding enforcement timing, the draft ministerial regulation will take effect 180 days after publication in the Government Gazette. Businesses should monitor the progress of legal announcements and prepare for product standards, testing, and licensing to ensure compliance when the law becomes effective.
“The government wants Thailand's electric vehicle industry to grow with quality, not just by increasing production capacity or sales numbers, but by assuring the public that EV batteries meet appropriate safety standards. It also aims to prepare for post-service product care to build consumer confidence, enhance the competitiveness of Thailand’s EV industry, and drive the economy alongside sustainable environmental stewardship,” Ms. Lalida said.