PALIN, 15 Sep: A total of 2,585 expired commodities and goods were seized during an unannounced market inspection conducted by the Kra Daadi district administration in Palin town and its surrounding areas on 9 and 11 September.
The operation focused on business establishments in Palin town, Old Palin, Kudum Barang and Dui village.
All the expired items were taken off the shelves immediately in accordance with standard legal procedures and sent to the deputy commissioner's office for further administrative measures and for safe disposal.
The seized items included beverages, packaged foods and snacks, essential staples and grocery, and household and personal care items.
The district administration strongly recommended that all commercial shopkeepers and vendors in Kra Daadi district regularly check their stock and get rid of any expired or damaged goods at once.
Vendors who are found selling expired products will be subject to strict penalties under the relevant trade regulations and consumer protection laws.
Consumers have also been advised to stay alert and report to the trade and commerce branch at the DC's office if any shops are found selling expired products. (DIPRO)
