Six-month grace period granted to bring existing market stock into compliance with labeling regulations
The Maldives Food and Drug Authority (MFDA) granted a six-month grace period for businesses to comply with new packaging and labeling regulations. The regulations prohibit misleading labels and single-use plastic containers, with fines up to MVR 1 million for serious violations. Businesses must align existing stock within the transition period.
The Maldives Food and Drug Authority (MFDA) granted a six-month grace period for businesses to comply with new packaging and labeling regulations. The regulations prohibit misleading labels and single-use plastic containers, with fines up to MVR 1 million for serious violations. Businesses must align existing stock within the transition period.
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The Maldives Food and Drug Authority (MFDA) granted a six-month grace period for businesses to comply with new packaging and labeling regulations. The regulations prohibit misleading labels and single-use plastic containers, with fines up to MVR 1 million for serious violations. Businesses must align existing stock within the transition period.
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