Ion Big Corporation Faces Measures for Mislabeling Salted Mackerel
Date: 2025-02-18 05:00 Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF)
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) has announced that it will take measures against Ion Big Corporation for the mislabeling of salted mackerel.
Background:
An inspection conducted by MAFF revealed that Ion Big Corporation had been selling salted mackerel under the product name “Domestic Mackerel.” However, the fish was actually imported from China. The company had attached a false label stating that the fish was of domestic origin.
Measures:
MAFF has ordered Ion Big Corporation to take the following measures:
- Suspend sales of the mislabeled salted mackerel
- Recall the affected products from the market
- Correct the labeling on the remaining products
- Submit a compliance report to MAFF
Penalties:
Ion Big Corporation may face administrative penalties, including fines or suspension of its business license, if it does not comply with the measures ordered by MAFF.
Impact:
The mislabeling of salted mackerel has raised concerns about food safety and consumer trust. MAFF has urged consumers to be vigilant when purchasing food products and to check the labeling carefully.
Additional Information:
- The affected product is salted mackerel sold under the product name “Domestic Mackerel” with the following lot numbers: 20241215, 20241216, 20250101, 20250102, 20250103, 20250104, and 20250105.
- Consumers who have purchased the affected product are advised to contact their local Ion Big store for a refund or exchange.
- MAFF is continuing to investigate the incident and may take further action if necessary.
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