Pangkor Island was officially designated as a duty-free island on January 1, 2020. Visitors can purchase various duty-free items on Pangkor Island (Pulau Pangkor), including chocolates, perfumes, watches, clothing, and more. However, liquor and alcohol are not included in the duty-free list on Pangkor Island.

Pangkor Island is one of the major fishing villages in Perak, Malaysia. The primary economic activity on the island is the fishing industry, which includes catching, farming, processing, preserving, storing, transporting, marketing, and selling seafood and seafood products. Seafood processing is one of the island’s leading industries. Some of the seafood products processed here include dried fish, dried anchovies (ikan bilis), dried shrimp, dried baby shrimp, salted fish, and dried squid. Visitors can find a variety of processed seafood products available for purchase on Pangkor Island.

For shopping, Pangkor Island offers a mix of local markets, souvenir shops, and duty-free outlets. The main shopping areas are located in Pangkor Town, Pasir Bogak, and near Teluk Nipah, where tourists can find souvenirs, handicrafts, and local delicacies. Popular items include dried seafood, ikan bilis, satay fish, and salted fish, which are well-known specialties of the island. Additionally, visitors can explore duty-free stores that sell chocolates, branded watches, perfumes, and fashion accessories at competitive prices.