Case study: Action Plan Phase 2 under the National Chemical Management Plan in Thailand

Overview

Thailand has sound management of chemicals throughout their life cycle to enable good quality of life and the environment in compliance with the National Strategy and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Objectives:

1. Safe population: Population in the country receive protection against chemical impacts that cause illnesses or deaths from accidents, occupations, usage or consumption in relation to chemicals;
2. Clean environment: Environmental elements (e.g. soil, water and air) are prevented from chemical contamination that exceeds the environmental quality standards;
3. Quality products with international standards: Vegetables, fruit, food, commodities or products produced in or imported into the country are safe and of quality in accordance with international standards.