KPDNHEP seeks to block sale of subsidized RON 95 gasoline to foreign cars – violators may be prosecuted

The Illegally selling RON 95 gasoline for foreign cars has become a major talking point since the land border between Malaysia and Singapore is reopen to tourists on April 1. Photos of our southern neighbors refueling their cars using the recognizable yellow pump have surfaced on social media, sparking widespread outrage among netizens over the fuel. lower octane is heavily subsidized for local consumption.

Now, the Department of Homeland Commerce and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) wants to stop this practice as it prevents the sale of RON 95 gasoline to foreign-registered vehicles. Based on EdgeThe department is looking to improve the Supply Control Act of 1961 and close the loopholes.

Deputy Minister Datuk Rosol Wahid said KPDNHEP wants to tighten enforcement with measures including proposed sanctions against individuals involved. “We are currently working on the matter and have had a meeting to strengthen the Supply Control Act to ensure action is taken against those involved,” he told reporters on Friday.

Currently, KPDNHEP can only take action against gas station operators, not foreigners who self-fuel RON 95. Foreign registered vehicles have been registered. banned from using government-subsidized fuel as of August 1, 2010. Individuals found to be in breach of the Supply Control Act 1961 (Act 122) can face fines of up to RM1 million, up to 3 years in prison. or both, while organizations and companies can be fined up to RM 2 million.

The ministry previously said that it was conduct checks at petrol stations in Johor Bahru to prevent Singaporeans from pumping RON 95 gasoline. It and Petroleum Dealers Association Malaysia (PDAM) has also urged the public to report such incidents, providing details such as photos and locations.

Reports can be made from KPDNHEP’s electronic complaint platformWhatsApp message to 019-2794317 or via the toll free hotline 1-800-886-800. Under no circumstances should you press the E-Stop button to try and teach the rule breakers a lesson – this can disrupt the flow of fuel to the entire station and delay people trying to refuel their cars, especially because restoring Restoring supplies may take a while.