Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Takes Action Against Aeon Big Co., Ltd. for Mislabeling of Salted Mackerel
Date: 2025-02-18 05:00
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) has taken action against Aeon Big Co., Ltd. for mislabeling salted mackerel.
Details of the Mislabeling
- Product: Salted mackerel
- Mislabeling: The product was labeled as “domestically produced” when in fact it was imported from China.
MAFF’s Investigation and Findings
MAFF conducted an investigation into Aeon Big Co., Ltd.’s salted mackerel products and found that a portion of the products were mislabeled as “domestically produced” despite being imported from China.
MAFF’s Actions
Based on the findings of the investigation, MAFF has taken the following actions:
- Administrative guidance: MAFF has issued administrative guidance to Aeon Big Co., Ltd. to correct the mislabeling and prevent recurrence.
- Public announcement: MAFF has publicly announced the mislabeling and the actions taken to address it.
Aeon Big Co., Ltd.’s Response
Aeon Big Co., Ltd. has acknowledged the mislabeling and has stated that it is taking steps to correct the issue. The company has also apologized for any inconvenience caused to customers.
MAFF’s Commitment to Food Safety
MAFF is committed to ensuring the safety and quality of food products in Japan. The ministry will continue to monitor food labeling and take appropriate actions to ensure that consumers have access to accurate information about the products they purchase.
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