The illustrations may be pop, but the law itself is the world’s strictest regulation on chewing gum.
SUWANOSEJIMAOnly chewing gum for health-related purposes, such as dental treatment and nicotine addiction management, is permitted.
Penalty Details
【Effective Date】
1992 (Medical chewing gum became exempt in 2004)
【Gum Exempt from Penalties】
Medical gum approved by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA)
【Penalty Breakdown】
First Offense: A fine not exceeding S$100,000, or imprisonment for a term not exceeding two years, or both.
Repeat Offense: A fine not exceeding S$200,000, imprisonment for a term not exceeding three years, or both.
【Background for Introducing Penalties】
・Gum stuck to train door sensors caused malfunctions, service suspensions, and traffic disruptions. This was implemented to prevent recurrence.
・Preventive measure due to annual costs exceeding S$150,000 for cleaning gum litter from streets and other areas.
【Legal Basis】
Regulation of Imports and Exports (Chewing Gum) Regulations, Section 7
Import and Export Control Act (Chapter 272A, Part 3) Import and Export Control (Chewing Gum) Regulations RG4GN No. S 533/199
Revised 1999, Singapore Government Agency website LINK
TOKYO-TOSHIMASo products that don’t meet this definition of chewing gum but are similar to chewing gum are legally okay, right?
To commemorate Singapore’s 60th anniversary, this gum has finally begun manufacturing and sales in Singapore.
“Hey, that guy’s chewing gum. Report him to the government!” Apparently, even if you say that, there’s no punishment for chewing gum.
Deliberately eating that gum at a Singapore tourist spot and posting about it on social media feels like something a trailblazer would do—it’s got real momentum.
If you spot it for sale in Singapore, trying it as a souvenir could make for a memorable experience.
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