Ministry of Trade Regulation on Weight Information in Prepared Foods
Following complaints about missing weight information in prepared foods sold over the internet, the Ministry of Trade sent a warning letter to the relevant federations.
In response to complaints regarding missing weight information in online sales of prepared foods, the Ministry of Trade initiated a new regulation by sending an official warning letter to the relevant federations.
Action Taken Upon Complaints
Following complaints about missing weight information in prepared foods sold over the internet, the Ministry of Trade sent a warning letter to the relevant federations and launched a new study.
Missing Information Detected
The prepared letter stated that some ready-to-consume products containing red and white meat, such as hamburgers, döner, iskender, and meatballs, either lacked weight information entirely or presented it incompletely.
Emphasis on Mandatory Disclosure
It was recalled that it is legally mandatory in distance sales to inform consumers clearly and understandably about the essential characteristics of the product they will purchase.
Call to Rectify Deficiencies
The Ministry requested the prompt completion of efforts to ensure that the weight information of meats used in products offered for sale on digital channels is included accurately and completely.