SFDA Imposes 500,000 SAR Fine on Facility for Manipulating Expiration Dates

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has seized approximately 5 tons of expired poultry with manipulated expiration dates, along with poultry and meat of unknown origin, from a warehouse in Riyadh. These products were intended for sale and distribution through food stores and markets.

During routine inspection tours, SFDA inspectors discovered the infringing foodstuffs, as well as tools and labels used to alter expiration dates.

The SFDA has stated that all confiscated food items, including the poultry and meat, were destroyed. Additionally, a fine of 500,000 riyals was imposed on the establishment for violating Article 16 of the Food Law, which prohibits the handling of food that is adulterated, misleadingly advertised, or otherwise deceptive to consumers.

The SFDA encourages consumers to report any violations by establishments under its supervision by calling the unified number (19999) or through the "Tameni" application.