Malaysia Seizes Over $2.07 Million Worth of Illegal E-Cigarettes, Two Arrested for Unlawful Sales

Jul.10

Malaysia’s General Operations Force seized illegal e-cigarette devices worth over RM8.8 million (approximately $2.07 million) during a special operation, arresting two suspects. The case has been handed over to relevant authorities for further investigation.

Key Points:

·Malaysian authorities seized 57,780 e-cigarettes worth over 8.8 million ringgit (approximately $2.07 million) in a crackdown on devices suspected of not meeting certification standards.

·Two individuals involved in the case were arrested, along with items including transport trucks believed to be used for local distribution.

·The case is being investigated under relevant laws and has been handed over to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs for further action.

【2Firsts News Flash】According to a report by the Straits Times on July 10th, the Malaysian General Operations Force (GOF) confiscated e-cigarette equipment worth over 8.8 million ringgit (approximately $2.07 million) during a special operation called "Op Taring Wawasan Kelantan" in Kelantan.

The seizure operation was carried out by personnel from the Seventh Battalion. After inspecting vehicles on the roadside, they discovered several boxes wrapped in yellow plastic inside a suspicious truck. Law enforcement officers found a total of 57,780 e-cigarette devices of various flavors inside. These items are suspected to not comply with the standards set by Malaysia's Goods Descriptions (Electronic Devices Certification and Marking) Regulations.

In Malaysia, such products must have certification and the MS SIRIM logo in order to be sold on the local market.

A 22-year-old truck driver and his 40-year-old assistant were also arrested during the operation. It is believed that they were transporting illegal substances for distribution in the local area.

This case has been handed over to the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDN) for further action.

Furthermore, the police are investigating this case in accordance with Section 4(2) of the 2022 Product Description (Electronic Equipment Certification and Marking) Order under the Consumer Good Description Act of 2011.

References:

[1] GOF seizes RM8.8mil worth of illicit vape devices in Kelantan

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