This Year, Thailand Has Seized Over 4 Million Electronic Cigarettes And Arrested More Than 3,200 People Involved in The Case.

In 2025, Thailand seized over 4 million electronic cigarettes and valued at 580 million Thai baht (approximately 128 million yuan) during its crackdown on e-cigarettes. 11,000 websites selling e-cigarettes were blocked, and over 3,200 people were arrested for their involvement.
Source: nationthailand
Recently, Deputy Spokesperson of the Thai government, Anukool Pruksanussakorn, stated that from February to August 23rd, law enforcement agencies in the nationwide crackdown on illegal sales of e-cigarettes had seized 4 million electronic cigarettes and related accessories, valued at 580 million Thai baht, and arrested over 3,200 people.
Source: nationthailand

Anukool pointed out that the crackdown forced many sellers to move underground, shifting from physical stores to online platforms and social media channels. He added that due to the increasing prevalence of online sales, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society launched an operation to block 11,000 websites selling e-cigarettes.
The spokesperson emphasized that the Thai government believes e-cigarettes pose serious health risks. He cited data from the disease control department, stating that people who frequently use e-cigarettes are 1.623 times more likely to suffer from a stroke than those who do not, while those who occasionally use e-cigarettes have a 1.28 times higher risk of stroke.
Source: nationthailand
Regarding the issue of e-cigarette smuggling, Anukool warned that those who smuggle e-cigarettes will face a maximum of 10 years in prison, a fine equivalent to 5 times the value of the product, or a combination of both.
According to Thailand's "Consumer Protection Law", sellers will face a maximum of 3 years in prison and a fine of up to 600,000 Thai baht. Additionally, under the "Customs Law", sellers may also face a maximum of 5 years in prison or a fine equivalent to 4 times the value of the product.
Furthermore, consumers holding e-cigarettes may also face a maximum of 5 years in prison or a fine equivalent to 4 times the value of the product, or a combination of both.