DSI investigated Xin Ke Yuan Steel Company Limited after an inspection by the Department of Industrial Works found possession of 60,000 tons that was not consistent with what they previously reported

On Friday, 23 May 2025, at 10.00 AM, at meeting room 1, Department of Special Investigation building, Police Major Woranan Srilam, Director of the Bureau of Consumer Protection Crime as the head of the Investigation Team No. 54/2568, presided over the meeting regarding the Department of Industrial Works sent a letter requesting cooperation for the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to investigate the possession of “Electric Arc Furnace dust,” which is a hazardous substance of Category 3, by Xin Ke Yuan Steel Company limited. This is the 2/2568 meeting, where a preliminary report on the progress has been submitted, and investigation issues were identified to assign tasks to the officers for further action.

        “Electric Arc Furnace dust, even though it’s a byproduct from steel production that may occur during company production process, the company’s reported possession was estimated at only 2,000 tons per year, However, the Department of Industrial Works’ inspection found that the company possessed as much as 60,000 tons spread across multiple areas within the factory. It is therefore necessary to thoroughly investigate the origin and possession of this substance to determine how it came about. If it is found to be a violation that constitutes a special case, further action will be taken," said Police Major Woranan Srilam, Director of the Bureau of Consumer Protection Crime.