FDA, CIB raid illegal cannabis gummy outlet in Bangkok, seize 90 packs
BANGKOK — 1 November 2026, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine have raided an illegal cannabis gummy distribution outlet in Bangkok’s Banthat Thong area, seizing 90 products worth an estimated 50,000 baht and warning of serious health risks, particularly to children. […] The post FDA, CIB…
On 1st November 2026, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine conducted a raid on an illegal cannabis gummy distribution outlet in Bangkok's Banthat Thong area. Over 90 cannabis-infused gummy products were seized, valued at approximately 50,000 baht.
Authorities cautioned about potential health risks, particularly for children, after three victims from Chanthaburi's Khlung district reported severe symptoms after eating cannabis-infused sweets. The parents suffered muscle stiffness, convulsions, and loss of consciousness, while their two-year-old son became lethargic. The child was believed to have consumed a small amount.
The investigation found that the sweets contained cannabis. The Consumer Protection Police Division under CIB traced the products to a distributor in Bangkok's Banthat Thong area. The packaging resembled regular gummy sweets, potentially making them attractive to young consumers. The products were also advertised and sold via social media.
During the raid, officers searched a building in Pathum Wan district's Banthat Thong area and seized 90 products worth around 50,000 baht. The items lacked Thai-language labels or FDA food serial numbers. A 26-year-old shop employee admitted to selling the gummies for 80 baht each to members of the public and foreign tourists. The shop had been operating for about a year.
The investigation revealed two violations: breaking the Protection and Promotion of Traditional Thai Medicine Wisdom Act B.E. 2542 (1999) by selling controlled herbs without permission and the Food Act B.E. 2522 (1979) for improper labels on food products. The FDA Secretary-General, Suphatra Boonserm, expressed concern about children's safety and urged parents to prevent children from consuming cannabis-infused food products.
Adults should only purchase FDA-approved products that undergo safety assessments, have no more than 1.6 milligrams of THC per package, and display clear consumption instructions and safety warnings in Thai. Consumers are advised to watch out for illegally manufactured or imported gummies without FDA food serial numbers, Thailand-language labels, or cannabis-related imagery.
Anyone experiencing abnormal symptoms should cease consumption immediately. The FDA is collaborating with provincial public health offices to monitor the situation nationwide, with plans to take legal action against businesses violating the law.
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