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THIPA | Thai Herbs Investment & Promotion Authority

Advancing Thailand's cannabis and wellness industry.

The coalition positioning Thailand as a global hub for cannabis wellness and medical innovation.

Global

Market Access

Policy

Advocacy & Standards

Export

Promotion & Trade

Certified

Quality Mark
THIPA member assembly in Bangkok
Member Assembly · Bangkok The 2025 association gathering of cultivators, extractors and ministry partners.
About the Authority

A coalition built for industry-wide impact

A coalition of cultivators, manufacturers, and industry stakeholders building responsible standards for Thailand's cannabis sector.

Vision

A globally recognised leader in cannabis wellness and medical innovation.

Mission

Shared standards, regulatory engagement, and market access for responsible growth.

Founded Organized 2024. Registered April 2026.
Core Pillars

Five mandates driving the sector forward

The work is organised across five interlocking mandates, from trade facilitation to support for primary producers.

Trade & Exports

Global market access and export facilitation for Thai cannabis and wellness products

Policy & Regulation

Advocacy for responsible, science-based, and sustainable regulatory frameworks

Standards & Quality

Certification, laboratory testing, COA verification, and industry compliance

Research & Education

Supporting scientific research, healthcare collaboration, and public knowledge

Local Medical Framework

Supporting the transition of cannabis businesses into compliant medical service providers through clinical standards, patient care pathways, healthcare collaboration, and responsible points-of-sale practices.

The Thailand Opportunity

A strategic moment for cannabis wellness and international trade

Thailand occupies a unique position at the intersection of traditional herbal knowledge, emerging cannabis regulation, advanced agricultural expertise, and modern manufacturing capacity. As global demand for cannabis wellness and medical cannabis solutions grows, Thailand has the opportunity to become a leading producer, innovator, and exporter. THIPA exists to help realise that opportunity by strengthening standards, building investor confidence, facilitating exports, and supporting responsible industry development.

Full-spectrum CBD oil product
EXPORT

Export-led growth strategy

Cannabis wellness and herbal products are positioned as one of Thailand's next high-value export categories, alongside agriculture and traditional medicine.

Cultivation technician tending cannabis plants
HUB

Cultivation, research, manufacturing and distribution

Thailand is concentrating production, processing and distribution thanks to climate, supply chains and proximity to ASEAN buyers.

THIPA delegation at the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine
REFORM

A responsible framework being built

We work directly with ministries on the legal and licensing framework that will define the next decade of cannabis and herbal commerce.

THIPA member dispensary team
ACCESS

International market pathways for members

Members get introductions to distributors, certification bodies and retail buyers in priority export markets.

Programs & Services

Structured support across the value chain

From certification to trade events, our programs give members the framework, recognition and reach to compete internationally.

Member Benefits

Practical advantages for industry operators

Membership is structured around practical outcomes: recognition, market access, advocacy, and the kind of institutional weight a single operator can't generate alone.

Recognition & Standards

  • THIPA Quality MarkA recognised seal of excellence for verified members.
  • Industry Standards & ComplianceAccess to frameworks, protocols and certification.

Market & Trade

  • Global Market AccessPathways into international trade and buyer networks.
  • Export SupportDocumentation, facilitation and compliance guidance.
  • Trade FacilitationPractical support navigating cross-border requirements.

Advocacy & Voice

  • Advocacy & Policy InfluenceRepresentation in regulatory and legislative processes.
  • Self-Regulation LeadershipA seat in the body shaping industry governance.
  • PR & Media ExposureVisibility through THIPA channels and publications.

Knowledge & Network

  • Education & TrainingWorkshops, resources and sector knowledge.
  • Networking & CollaborationConnections with operators, buyers and institutions.
Industry Role & Policy

Self-regulating. Standard-setting. Sector-leading.

THIPA's mandate spans market promotion, regulatory design and industry stewardship. We articulate the sector's interests to government, the press, and the world.

  • 01Promote Thailand's cannabis, wellness, and herbal products in global markets
  • 02Support trade, commerce, investment, and export opportunities
  • 03Collaborate with government and industry stakeholders on policy design
  • 04Advocate for fair, evidence-based, and sustainable cannabis regulation
  • 05Develop and enforce industry standards across the value chain
  • 06Act as a self-regulating industry body
  • 07Promote responsible and informed cannabis use
  • 08Educate consumers, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders
  • 09Support local agriculture and primary producers
  • 10Collaborate with research institutions to advance scientific understanding and product innovation
Self-Regulation Mandate

THIPA operates as an industry-led self-regulatory body dedicated to protecting consumers, improving product quality, supporting responsible business practices, and strengthening the credibility of Thailand's cannabis sector.

By establishing and enforcing industry standards, THIPA demonstrates the industry's commitment to accountability, transparency, and public trust.

Become a Member

Join the coalition building Thailand's cannabis wellness industry

THIPA membership connects operators, investors, researchers, healthcare professionals, and institutions to policy influence, export opportunities, industry standards, and a shared vision for responsible growth.

CultivatorExtractorManufacturerRetailer Distributor / ExporterResearcher / AcademicInvestorOther

3,000 THB per month

THIPA reviews applications and admits new members once a year, unless you have been directly invited.

Get in touch

For membership, programme, or media enquiries, reach us by email.

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