The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has announced it will initiate legal action against traders selling salt packets that do not display the importer’s or manufacturer’s details and the retail price.
In a statement issued yesterday, the CAA revealed that certain importers and manufacturers have released salt products into the market without proper labeling, in violation of consumer protection regulations. The Authority warned that selling or distributing such unregulated goods is illegal and urged all traders and consumers to refrain from engaging with such products.
The CAA also advised traders to retain formal invoices containing accurate details of the importer or manufacturer and the corresponding pricing. It cautioned that the possession of salt stocks without valid documentation would also result in legal consequences.
Additionally, the Authority dismissed recent media reports suggesting that a maximum retail price (MRP) for salt had been agreed upon during discussions with the Salt Manufacturers Association. It clarified that no such agreement was reached and labeled the reports as false.
The CAA reiterated its commitment to ensuring fair trading practices and protecting consumer rights through strict enforcement of regulations.
