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Thai FDA food registration: Sor.Bor.5 / Sor.Bor.7, all in one place

General food, dietary supplements, beverages or imported products: we handle everything from choosing the correct application form and checking the formula and label to filing in the Thai FDA e-Submission system until you receive your food serial number (FDA number).

From THB 3,500per Sor.Bor.7 item, excl. VAT
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Prices exclude VAT and government fees. Approval is at the discretion of the Thai FDA.

Who is this for?

  • Owners of food, snack, chili paste, sauce and seasoning brands
  • Dietary supplement and beverage brands that use an OEM factory
  • Importers of food from overseas
  • Online sellers who need a Thai FDA number before selling on Shopee / TikTok Shop
6 years of experiencein product licensing
THB 3,500starting price, excl. VAT
70/30 paymentfinal instalment paid on delivery
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Why Thai FDA food applications get rejected

Wrong application form

Filing Sor.Bor.7 when the product requires a formula declaration under Sor.Bor.5, or the other way round, means starting again.

Label does not meet the rules

The food name, claims or ingredient declaration not matching Thai FDA notifications is a common cause.

Formula contains non-permitted ingredients

Some food additives or substances exceed permitted levels or are not on the permitted list.

No manufacturing or import premises yet

You need a premises number or food import licence before you can file a product application.

Sor.Bor.5 vs Sor.Bor.7: what's the difference?

Both are food product applications filed through the Thai FDA e-Submission system to obtain a food serial number (the 13-digit FDA number). The difference is whether the ingredient formula must be declared.

Sor.Bor.5 (สบ.5) · Formula declaration required

Used for foods that the Thai FDA requires a formula declaration for, according to the Food Division's guidance, namely:
  • Dietary supplements and royal jelly
  • Beverages in hermetically sealed containers and electrolyte drinks
  • Food in hermetically sealed containers
  • Cow's milk, fermented milk, flavoured milk, milk products and ice cream
  • Coffee mixes and ready-to-drink coffee mixes
The formula, ingredient quantities and label require more detailed review, so the service fee is higher.

Sor.Bor.7 (สบ.7) · No formula declaration required

A food details application without a formula declaration, used instead of Sor.Bor.5 for foods that do not require one since 1 July 2016, namely:
  • Other quality- or standard-specified foods outside the Sor.Bor.5 group, e.g. some sauces, oils and fats
  • Foods that must carry a label, e.g. snacks
  • General foods that wish to display a food serial number, e.g. chili paste, snacks, seasonings
Everything can be filed online, with no need to visit the Thai FDA or the Provincial Public Health Office (สสจ.).

You need registered premises before filing Sor.Bor.5 or Sor.Bor.7

Manufacturers need a food manufacturing premises number (Sor.Bor.1/1 for premises that do not qualify as a factory, or a food manufacturing licence Or.2 (อ.2) for factories). Importers need a food import licence (Or.7 / อ.7). If you use an OEM factory, you can use the factory's premises. See our service:Thai FDA premises licensingSome specially controlled foods, such as infant formula, require food recipe registration, which is a separate procedure. Our team will assess which route applies to your product.

Source: Thai FDA Food Division: which foods are filed under Sor.Bor.7 (Thai) · Sor.Bor.7 application manual (Thai)

What's included

  • Assessing the food type and choosing the correct form, Sor.Bor.5 or Sor.Bor.7, from the start
  • Filing the power of attorney and opening access to the e-Submission system
  • Reviewing the formula, ingredients and food additives (for Sor.Bor.5)
  • Reviewing the label and advising on corrections before filing
  • Completing and filing the application in the system, with attachments
  • Tracking the status and making corrections requested by officials until approval
  • Advice on the product and label after you receive your FDA number
  • Discount when filing several items together

How we work

Sor.Bor.5 requires review of the ingredient formula; Sor.Bor.7 does not require a formula declaration. Approval is at the discretion of the Thai FDA.

  1. Send your product details

    Send product photos, a rough formula and factory information via LINE.

  2. Assessment and quotation

    We tell you whether Sor.Bor.5 or Sor.Bor.7 applies, whether premises are needed, and the full cost before we start.

  3. Documents and label preparation

    We check the formula, label and supporting documents so they are ready to file.

  4. Filing and follow-up until you receive your FDA number

    We file through e-Submission, follow up and answer officials' queries until approval.

Service fees

From THB 3,500 per item (Sor.Bor.7) (excluding VAT and government fees)

Sor.Bor.7: food without formula declaration

From THB 3,500 / item
Typical range THB 3,500–4,800, depending on the food type and how complete your documents are.

Sor.Bor.5: food with formula declaration

From THB 8,500 / item
Typical range THB 8,500–12,000, e.g. beverages, dietary supplements, dairy products.

Food manufacturing / import premises

See premises prices
If you do not have a premises number yet, see our service:Thai FDA premises licensing
  • Prices exclude 7% VAT and government fees, which are paid against the agency's official receipt.
  • Excludes document translation or certification and product laboratory analysis (if required).
  • Discount when filing several items together
  • Payment in 2 instalments: 70% on engagement and 30% on delivery.
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Documents to prepare

Don't worry if something is missing. Send what you have and our team will check it and tell you what else is needed.

Applicant information

  • Company affidavit, or a copy of the ID card (individuals)
  • Power of attorney (prepared by our team)
  • Food manufacturing premises number or food import licence (if any)

Product information

  • Product name and packaging photos
  • Ingredient formula in percentages (required for Sor.Bor.5)
  • Draft Thai-language label
  • For imports: documents from the manufacturer, e.g. a manufacturing system certificate and an ingredient statement

FAQ: Thai FDA food registration

What is the difference between Sor.Bor.5 and Sor.Bor.7?Sor.Bor.5 is used for foods that require an ingredient formula declaration, such as dietary supplements, beverages in hermetically sealed containers, food in hermetically sealed containers, milk and milk products, and coffee mixes. Sor.Bor.7 is used for foods that do not require a formula declaration, such as general foods that wish to display an FDA number, foods that must carry a label, and other quality- or standard-specified foods. Both are filed through the e-Submission system.
How much does Thai FDA food registration cost?Sor.Bor.7 starts at THB 3,500 per item and Sor.Bor.5 starts at THB 8,500 per item, excluding VAT and government fees. Our team confirms the total cost before we start.
Can I register food with the Thai FDA without my own factory?Yes, by using a contract manufacturer (OEM) that holds a valid food manufacturing premises number or food manufacturing licence. Our team will check which documents you need from the factory.
Can I get a Thai FDA number for food made at home?It may be possible as manufacturing premises that do not qualify as a factory (Sor.Bor.1/1), if the premises meet Thai FDA criteria. Our team can assess the site and advise on adjusting the space.
Do I need a Thai FDA number to sell online?Many types of food must have a food serial number before they are sold, and platforms such as Shopee or TikTok Shop often ask for the FDA number before listing. Send us your product details and our team will check.

Free consultation, price confirmed before we start

Leave your name and phone number and our team will call you back during business hours, or message us on LINE with product photos and documents.

  • Call 098-525-4415Mon–Fri 08:30–17:00 (Bangkok time)
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Livilution Consult is a private consulting company. We are not a government agency and do not represent the Thai FDA (อย.), TISI (สมอ.) or the Department of Intellectual Property. Approval is at the discretion of the government authorities. Prices shown exclude 7% VAT and government fees. Official sources: Thai FDA Food Division (Sor.Bor.7) · Sor.Bor.7 manual · Food manufacturing premises Regulatory information last checked 26 Oct 2026.