FCCPC Orders Recall of Misleadingly Labeled Products

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a directive for manufacturers, importers, distributors, and retailers to withdraw consumer goods that feature incomplete, misleading, or deceptive labels. This advisory, signed by the FCCPC management and posted on its X handle, highlights the commission's observation of an increase in non-compliant products in circulation.

The FCCPC noted that market surveillance and inspections revealed products lacking essential labeling information such as production dates, expiry dates, batch numbers, and allergen information. Empowered by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Act of 2018, the FCCPC aims to promote consumer safety by ensuring adherence to labeling requirements set by regulatory bodies, including the Standards Organisation of Nigeria and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control.

The commission warned that businesses distributing non-compliant products face regulatory enforcement actions and advised consumers to scrutinize product labels before purchasing.