furniture manufacturing Malaysia
Unlicensed Furniture Factory in Kuala Kangsar Raided, Seizures Exceed RM700,000
An unlicensed furniture processing and manufacturing factory in Kuala Kangsar was raided by authorities, resulting in more than RM700,000 worth of machinery, materials and unfinished products being seized. The owner has been arrested and faces legal action for operating without a licence.
Malaysia’s Furniture & Furnishing Industry — Size, Opportunities, and Why Now Is the Time to Build
Malaysia’s furniture sector, valued at USD 5–6 billion, is ripe for innovation and startup growth. With strong manufacturing capabilities, rising e-commerce demand, sustainability trends and regional trade access, entrepreneurs have multiple pathways to scale both domestically and internationally.
Malaysia’s Furniture Industry Sees Limited Relief Despite US Tariff Delay
The U.S. postponed planned tariff increases on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and bathroom vanities, keeping duties at 25% for now, but Malaysian furniture exporters say the delay does little to boost competitiveness or counter rising domestic production costs.
