Thailand To Implement New Regulations From August 21, Retailers Must Post Warning Posters About The Dangers Of Smoking

Thailand to implement new regulations from August 21, retailers must post warning posters about the dangers of smoking

Thailand's new rules came into effect on August 21, requiring retailers to post posters at the point of sale warning of the dangers of smoking. Violators will face a fine of up to 5,000 baht (US$147). The measure is intended to reduce new smokers, especially minors.

According to Pattayamail, a new regulation on cigarette and tobacco sales in Thailand will take effect on August 21, requiring retailers to post posters at the point of sale warning of the dangers of smoking.

The Department of Disease Control (DDC) announced that the posters will be 7x21 cm in size and must be prominently displayed during business hours. Violators will face a fine of up to 5,000 baht (US$147).

The posters are provided by the Ministry of Public Health and are intended to reduce new smokers, especially minors. Merchants can pick up the posters from tax department offices across the country or download them from the DDC website.