Liquor, beer up 5 baht. Excise. Hmm. Selling overpriced. will be called to pay new taxes

On March 22, 65, Mr. Nuttakorn Utensut, consultant for the development of the excise control system As a spokesman for the Excise Department, said that in March, the department will send officers to random areas to check the retail price of alcoholic beverages at retail and wholesale stores, including white spirits, colored spirits, and beer across the country, whether they are sold at retail prices. Recommendations that have been notified to the Department?

However If it is found that the sale price is higher than 5% from the price stated, the Department will call the manufacturer to clarify the price adjustment. to collect new taxes based on higher prices

However, there is currently no liquor and beer producer requesting a retail price adjustment to the Department. By collecting excise tax on beverages, the department will collect according to the recommended retail price to the manufacturer.

if the wholesaler Retailers have their own price increases. By referring to the increased transportation costs, the department will send officers to inspect around quarterly If the retail price is found to be higher than 5%, the manufacturer will notify the increase to pay the new tax.

Reporters reported that Many shops are now preparing to raise the price of spirits on Feb. 25, 65, with white spirits going up first by 5 baht per bottle, followed by 5 baht per bottle of beer in early March. 65 as well

One source in the alcohol business said that the current cost of production and increased transport Most operators can’t bear these costs and have to ask for price adjustments. But there are still some that are still gritting their teeth at the same price as before during this period. But that does not mean that there will be no price adjustments in any way. You have to look at other factors as well.