Food with expired dates will result in penalty for news retailers
In a bid to enhance food safety and consumer protection, the Russian government is drafting a project to impose fines on stores selling expired products. The project, spearheaded by Rospotrebnadzor, aims to improve the quality of products on sale in Russia and reduce the sale of expired goods.
The system, reminiscent of traffic cameras, will operate automatically, imposing fines based on the expiry date indicated on the product's labeling. The exact amount of the proposed fines has not yet been specified.
Recent investigations in the Khabarovsk region have uncovered several cases of trading in expired products. The traders suspected of these activities include "Svetofor" and "Mayak" networks, who are now held accountable for their actions.
The issue of expired products is not a rare occurrence in Russia. Over 18,000 cases of selling expired products are recorded in the country each month. The new project is intended to address this concerning trend and ensure a safer and healthier food supply for consumers.
The project is gaining attention, with reports from IA "Khabarovsk Krai Today" and "Izvestia". As the details of the project unfold, it is clear that Russia is taking significant strides towards maintaining the quality and safety of its food products.
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