Express import, customs clearance and Thai FDA support
One coordinated route from product assessment to delivery.
Bring food, beverages, supplements, cosmetics and medical devices into Thailand with a clear plan for the applicable requirements. UnionSPACE coordinates product review, importer arrangements, FDA applications and shipment clearance under an agreed scope.
Focus on your market entry while our team organizes the import work. Start with your product details and proposed shipment.
Import and compliance support, brought together
Know what the product needs before you commit to shipping.
Product and importer review
Identify the applicable product category, proposed importer, existing permissions and documents needed for the next stage.
FDA application support
Prepare and coordinate the agreed importer, product or notification submissions, and responses to document queries.
Customs and delivery coordination
Align shipment records, clearance requirements and final delivery with the approved importer arrangement and agreed scope.
The route depends on the product. FDA requirements differ by category, ingredients, claims and intended use. We confirm whether the proposed importer arrangement and application scope can cover your goods before accepting the engagement.
Products we can assess
Each product is reviewed against its composition, specifications, presentation and intended use.
Food, dairy and frozen products
Milk, flavored and fermented milk, dairy products, ice cream, canned and sealed foods. Classification and the required import and product documentation are assessed for each item.
Beverages, coffee and tea
Packaged drinks, fruit juices, energy and electrolyte beverages, coffee, instant coffee and herbal tea. Composition and marketing claims help determine the regulatory route.
Supplements and specialty foods
Dietary supplements, royal jelly and similar products. We review ingredients, dosage, claims and presentation; repacking may create additional manufacturing obligations.
Food additives
Additives and food ingredients, including products intended for repacking. We assess the intended use, composition and supporting quality information.
Cosmetics and skincare
Skincare and other cosmetic products. We review product details, notification requirements, facility information and shipment documentation.
Beauty and medical devices
Devices marketed for beauty or medical use. Specifications, function and intended use determine whether medical-device rules apply and the appropriate submission route.
Medicines, herbal products and other specialist categories require a separate assessment. A product marketed as a supplement, cosmetic or beauty device may fall into another regulatory category because of its composition, function or claims.
Two routes to structure your import
Choose the approach that fits your business plan and the product’s regulatory requirements.
Use your Thai company
For businesses building their own long-term import and distribution operation.
- Review company activities, premises and importer eligibility
- Coordinate applicable importer permissions and product submissions
- Prepare labeling and shipment documentation
- Coordinate customs clearance and delivery
Use an agreed local import service
For eligible goods where you prefer an established local importer arrangement rather than setting up an entity solely for that import.
- Assess the proposed importer and consignee arrangement
- Confirm required permissions and product-specific submissions
- Coordinate agreed customs documentation and clearance
- Arrange delivery to your agreed destination
Importer status, the holder of any product approvals, permitted use, and responsibilities for sale or distribution are agreed in writing. Required approvals remain applicable whichever route you choose.
From product review to market readiness
The order and detail of submissions vary by product. We map the steps for your accepted project.
Classify the product
Review ingredients or specifications, intended use, labeling and claims to identify the applicable regulatory route.
Confirm the importer
Use your own qualifying Thai entity or agree an eligible UnionSPACE importer arrangement. Check the relevant premises and permissions.
Prepare approvals and labels
Compile the agreed applications, notifications and supporting records, and review required label information before dispatch.
Coordinate the shipment
Confirm invoice, packing list, transport documents and any shipment-specific approvals, then arrange customs processing.
Deliver and plan distribution
Following authorized release, coordinate delivery. Confirm any separate sale, distribution and ongoing compliance obligations.
What to send for an initial assessment
Start with the product file and your intended import plan.
| Information | What we need to review |
|---|---|
| Product identity and purpose | Product name, brand, model where relevant, intended use, target users and proposed sales channel. |
| Composition or specifications | Full ingredient details, formulation or device specifications; dosage and safety information where applicable. |
| Labels and claims | Current packaging, proposed Thai label, directions, warnings, marketing claims and clear product photos. |
| Manufacturer and origin | Manufacturer identity, country of manufacture and relevant certificates or technical records already available. |
| Importer and existing approvals | Your Thai company details if applicable, proposed importer arrangement, previous product approvals and permits. |
| Shipment plan | Quantity, value, transport mode, expected shipping date and destination; invoice and packing list if available. |
We confirm the detailed application and shipping checklist after classification. Send the available file first if some documents are still being prepared.
A clear scope and quotation before work begins
Pricing depends on the product category, number of items, existing approvals, importer route and shipment requirements.
Confirm the application scope
- Importer and premises review
- Product classification and document preparation
- Applicable applications or notifications
- Label review and responses to document queries
Confirm the shipment costs
- Customs coordination and local delivery
- Official fees, testing and third-party services
- Duties, import taxes, freight and storage
- Service fees and payment arrangements
Express coordination, case-specific timing. We estimate the schedule after reviewing the product and complete documents. Application approvals, inspections and release are determined by the relevant authorities.
Thailand import and FDA application FAQs
Practical answers before preparing your first shipment.
We assess food, beverages, dietary supplements, food additives, cosmetics, skincare, medical and beauty devices, and other regulated products. Ingredients, claims, specifications and intended use determine the applicable category. Medicines and other specialist products require a separate category-specific review before acceptance.
You can use your own qualifying Thai company as importer, or ask us to assess an agreed UnionSPACE importer and consignee arrangement for eligible products. The importer must hold the relevant permissions, and the product and shipment requirements still apply. Any local sale or distribution structure is reviewed separately.
No. Food, cosmetics, medical devices and medicines follow different regulatory routes. Food requirements depend on its classification; cosmetics generally involve notification before import for sale; medical-device submissions depend on classification. We identify the relevant route before preparing applications.
Send the product name, intended use, full ingredients or technical specifications, manufacturer details, country of origin, proposed labels and claims, any existing approvals, and your intended shipment quantity and value. Add the invoice and packing list if already available.
Shipping should proceed only when the required importer, product and shipment conditions have been confirmed. Sending goods before approvals or documents are ready can create clearance delays and additional costs. We confirm the dispatch instructions for the accepted engagement.
No. Express refers to coordinated preparation and handling under the agreed service scope. The Thai FDA and Customs determine application processing, inspection and clearance outcomes. We provide a case-specific estimate after reviewing the product and documents.
Your written quotation states the importer arrangement, application support, product and label review, customs coordination and delivery services agreed for the project. It also identifies service fees, official charges, testing, duties, import taxes, freight, storage and other inclusions or exclusions.
Yes, we can assess the hold notice and available documents to identify the lawful options. Acceptance and the next steps depend on the product, importer, missing approvals and the relevant authority’s decision. Send the notice, shipment reference and any deadline promptly.
Turn your product file into a clear import plan
Tell us what you want to import, who will sell it and when you need it in Thailand. Our team will assess the applicable route and explain the next steps.
- Product and importer assessment
- FDA application and document support
- Customs and delivery coordination
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Official guidance: Food importation · Cosmetics notifications · Medical-device import requirements. UnionSPACE is a private service provider; Thai FDA and Customs decide on applications and release.
