ASML – BOI Thailand Meeting
ASML, the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturing equipment company from the Netherlands, met with Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) to discuss cooperation in developing Thailand’s semiconductor supply chain. The collaboration aims to support Thailand’s national strategy and the vision of “Chip Made in Thailand”, including long-term ecosystem development. ASML expressed strong interest in expanding its supplier […]
Loss Quantity Inspection Service
One of the comprehensive quality services provided by Advantage Co., Ltd., ready to assist with inspecting imported raw materials from abroad used in various industries, as well as losses occurring during the production process or with substandard machinery that must be destroyed. This service helps facilitate clients across different industries in claiming import duty privileges […]
What Scrap / Loss Means Under BOI Rules (PCBA Products)
Under Thailand BOI regulations—particularly those enforced under Section 36 of the Investment Promotion Act—scrap and loss refer to raw materials, components, or in-process goods that cannot be used or sold as intended during PCBA manufacturing. These are unavoidable by-products of the electronics assembly process, but they are not part of the approved formula loss 🔧 […]
BOI Scrap Inspection
BOI Scrap Inspection refers to the inspection process required by Thailand’s Board of Investment (BOI) for companies that receive investment promotion incentives. This applies particularly to manufacturing or promoted activities where imported raw materials (duty-free or tax-exempt under BOI privileges) generate waste, scrap, defective goods, or production losses. What is BOI Scrap Inspection? It is […]
Scope of Non-Formula Loss Inspection Services
Our Non-Formula Loss Inspection Services are designed to support manufacturers in achieving regulatory compliance, inventory accuracy, and tax settlement requirements in accordance with Thailand BOI regulations. 1. Verification of Non-Formula Loss Quantity We conduct independent verification and certification of non-formula losses arising from manufacturing operations, including: Each item is physically inspected, identified, and quantified to […]
🔓💸 Decoding Global Trends
Turning Three Global Industry Shifts into New Income and Skills for Thailand in 2026 As global change accelerates more intensely than ever in 2026—driven by AI disruption, geopolitical technology competition, and the climate crisis—many concerns naturally arise: From the BOI’s perspective, these global shifts are not viewed as crises, but as critical turning points—opportunities to […]
The process for handling losses under BOI Section 36(1)
The process for handling losses under BOI Section 36(1) focuses on managing duty-exempt imported raw materials for export production, ensuring compliance to avoid smuggling charges. Here’s a step-by-step summary in English:
Why BOI Scrap Inspection (ส่วนสูญเสีย / Non-Formula Loss Scrap) is Important in Thailand
Under Thailand BOI (Board of Investment) promotion, manufacturers receive tax and duty exemptions on imported raw materials and machinery. However, BOI strictly controls how these materials are used — especially when they become scrap, waste, or loss (ส่วนสูญเสีย). If scrap is not properly declared and inspected, BOI may treat it as unauthorized disposal or local […]
Electronic scrap control (e-waste management) is especially important in Thailand in 2026
🌍 1. Huge and Growing Volume of E-Waste Thailand generates a significant amount of electronic waste every year — over 400,000 tonnes annually, including phones, tablets, and other electronics — and this amount continues to grow with rising consumption and shorter device lifespans.Without proper control, this waste accumulates in households or informal channels, creating long-term […]
How BOI investors use Advantage Co., Ltd’s services for the BOI Scrap Certificate
What the BOI Scrap Certificate / Scrap Inspection Is When a company in Thailand obtains promotion from the Board of Investment (BOI), it receives tax and duty incentives (e.g., corporate tax exemption, import duty exemption) for eligible activities. Under BOI rules, these incentives apply only when imported raw materials or parts are actually used in […]