泰国法律

泰国制造业

Thailand is Southeast Asia’s second largest economy, with a dynamic consumer market of 70 million people.

In 2022, Thailand’s manufacturing output was $120.5 billion, a 9.2% increase from 2021. This is part of an average annual growth rate of 7% from 2010 to 2022, which is higher than the Southeast Asia region’s average of 4.3%. In 2022, manufacturing contributed 26.4% to Thailand’s GDP, and the country has set a goal of 35% by 2030. In 2023, Thailand received a record $28.9 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI), which was a 20.5% increase from the previous year. Thailand is rapidly growing, and its manufacturing sector is at the forefront.

Thailand: A Strong Manufacturing Hub in Southeast Asia

Thailand is a well-established and significant manufacturing center in Southeast Asia, with the following manufacturing strengths:

• Centrally located within Southeast Asia, offering easy access to regional markets.
• The Thai government actively promotes foreign investment and offers attractive incentives for manufacturers.

However, establishing manufacturing facilities and a logistics infrastructure in Thailand are complicated processes, and missteps can cost millions. Our deep knowledge of local laws and business and regulatory environments allows us to help our clients identify the most appropriate manufacturing model and operational framework for them in Thailand.

Thai Manufacturing

Thailand produces a wide range of products across various industries. Some of the key products manufactured in Thailand include:

Electronics and Electrical Equipment

• 手机及配件
• 计算机和电子元件
• 家用电器

Textiles and Garments

• 服装与服饰
• 织物与纺织品
• 鞋类和皮革制品

Automobile and Motorcycle Parts

• 发动机部件
• 轮胎和内胎
• 车辆装配部件

Furniture and Wood Products

• 木制家具
• 胶合板与单板
• 木制手工艺品
• Wooden household items
• Wooden toys

Agricultural Products

• 加工食品
• 海鲜（鱼、虾等）
• Rice, fruits, and vegetables

Machinery and Equipment

• 工业机械
• 农业机械
• 建筑设备

Plastic and Rubber Products

• 塑料家居用品
• 橡胶轮胎及制品
• 工业塑料部件

Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals

• 基础化学品
• 肥料
• 药品与保健品

Footwear

• 运动鞋
• 休闲鞋
• 专用鞋类（例如安全鞋）

Steel and Metal Products

• 钢棒和钢筋
• 金属结构
• 硬件与工具

These diverse manufacturing capabilities make Thailand an attractive destination for foreign direct investment and an important player in global supply chains.

At the same time, Thailand presents challenges to investors and business operators. Foreign and Thai business owners agree that the country would benefit from improving intellectual property rights protection and simplifying legal procedures and tax codes, as well as streamlining its bureaucratic processes.

We have had two experienced Thai business advisors on staff since well before COVID, ensuring our clients receive the most informed and up-to-date advice. Establishing manufacturing facilities and a logistics infrastructure are complicated processes, and missteps can cost millions. Our deep knowledge of local laws and the business and regulatory environment allows us to help our clients identify the most appropriate manufacturing model and operational framework for them in Thailand.

Our lawyers possess in-depth knowledge of Thailand’s manufacturing sector and legal environment. We can assist you with:

• Establishing a manufacturing presence in Thailand (wholly-owned subsidiary, joint venture, etc.)
• Negotiating and structuring manufacturing agreements
• Ensuring compliance with Thai labor, environmental, and tax regulations
• Protecting your intellectual property rights
• Managing logistical operations and navigating customs procedures

By partnering with Harris Sliwoski, you can leverage our experience to overcome challenges and navigate the landscape for successful manufacturing operations in Thailand.

我们的团队

Jenny Huang Thammapukkul and John DiDominic lead our Thailand team. Jenny is one of our Thailand business advisors. She has worked as a management consultant, helping foreign companies optimize their operations in Thailand. She advises on sourcing, cost optimization, quality control, productivity/process improvement, and relationship management. John is Harris Sliwoski’s International Manufacturing Advisor with more than a decade of management experience in Thailand. Leveraging decades of on-the-ground experience in Asia, John maintains a network of trusted advisors to support the establishment and operation of businesses and manufacturing operations throughout the region.

Our Asia desk, our international manufacturing team, and our IP team do the bulk of our Thailand legal work, sometimes in tandem with trusted Thai law firms and service providers.