Customs Seize 500,000 Baht Worth of Matcha at Chiang Mai Airport
Thai customs officials have seized approximately 100 kilograms of matcha green tea powder, valued at over 500,000 baht, from a Thai passenger arriving from Japan at Chiang Mai International Airport. The seizure is due to an alleged violation of customs declaration laws.
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