FDA halts 301 tons of unsafe food
The General Authority for Food and Drug in the Kingdom has confirmed that it has prevented the entry of more than 301 tons of non-compliant food products during the second quarter of 2026, following the detection of microbial contamination that could lead to food poisoning. The authority carried out 17,096 inspection visits to facilities, resulting in the seizure of 1,960 violating establishments and 1,016 non-compliant products, all aimed at protecting consumers and enhancing market safety. The authority emphasizes its ongoing regulatory efforts and will take legal actions, including fines, imprisonment, or suspension, against violators. It also urges the public to report any violations through the unified hotline at 19999.
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