Nonthaburi Deputy Director-General of the Department of Internal Trade. He stated that he had submitted a matter to Teach not to increase the price of sugar. Using the reason that the world market moves Come ask for a price adjustment in the country instead. Emphasize that Thailand is a major producer and exporter. People in the country shouldn't have to buy expensive products. The burden should not be passed on to consumers. Ready to send officials to inspect. Prevent opportunism
Lt. Chakra Yodmanee, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Internal Trade Revealing the case where there is news that the Office of the Cane and Sugar Board (Son.) will consider increasing the price of sugar at the factory by 4 baht per kilogram (kg.) that the Department has written a letter to Sorn. as the person regulating sugar products. sand It was seen that the price increase of sugar The world sugar price should not be used as a reason. Currently it is 26.50 baht per kilogram because Thailand is a major sugar producer and exporter. Each year there is an output of approximately 10 million tons. Domestic consumption for both industrial and household use is 2.5 million tons, leaving 7.5 million tons for export. Therefore, the impact on consumers must be taken into account. and impacts related to the increase in sugar prices If the price is to be increased
, however, it is also seen that the price adjustment of 4 baht per kg is to allocate the benefit of 2 baht per kg to the sugar cane and sugar industry. This is divided among farmers and factories, and another 2 baht per kg is sent to the Sugar Cane and Sugar Fund. To take care of the environment and PM 2.5 dust, this part is a burden for consumers. I would like to use the method proposed to the government to support the budget in resolving this issue. It would be more appropriate to push the burden on people to consume sugar at higher prices.
However, the Department is not complacent. Officers have been dispatched to closely inspect the sale of sugar. Especially in wholesale and retail stores. Found that the price is still normal. The quantity is sufficient. And there was a check with the purchasing department of various department stores and found that there were no delivery problems. There are still products delivered as usual. The retail price is 24-25 baht, depending on the type of white sugar. or pure white sugar General stores The price may be slightly higher. It depends on the trading period. that may be received many times or depends on transportation near and far Officers will be sent out to inspect continuously. To prevent news that there will be a price increase. and take the opportunity to increase the price because at this time it is not clear how much the increase will be and how, from checking the price announcements in front of the factory That has been issued since January 16, 2023 and has not changed. The price is still the same at 19-20 baht per kg. Will strictly follow the law. There is a penalty of imprisonment not exceeding 7 years, a fine not exceeding 140,000 baht, or both,” Lt. Col. Chakra said.
As for the impact on the production of products in the beverage and dessert groups, at this time it has not occurred. Because there has not yet been an increase in the price of sugar. But if there is a real price increase in the future There will be appropriate consideration of costs. And look at other costs, because even though sugar has increased Other costs may decrease. Overall, the manufacturer may not have any impact at all. This is a matter that must be followed up
Source: Thai News Agency