The Egyptian National Food Safety Authority has announced the results of its 38th week of nationwide inspections, revealing the seizure of large quantities of unsafe food products and unlicensed storage facilities. Between October 3 and 9, authorities confiscated 10.7 tons of frozen strawberries and mangoes in Ismailia governorate due to signs of spoilage. Additionally, 436 kg of expired food products were destroyed.
In Gharbiya governorate, joint inspection campaigns led to the destruction of 2 tons of expired liver and 1 ton of expired dietary supplements. Authorities also seized 1.8 tons of tahini and halawa, 810 kg of luncheon meat, and 70 kg of smoked meats, suspecting they may be unfit for consumption. A total of 33 violations were recorded for lacking food safety measures, and 30 unlicensed food facilities were targeted.
In Behira governorate, inspectors seized and confiscated 1.095 tons of nougat. They also found 125 rolls of packaging materials with pharmaceutical product information, violating regulations. Eight unlicensed food facilities were shut down, and 100 food safety violation reports were filed. In Damietta, 628 kg of expired or spoiled food products were destroyed, and 1.08 tons of unknown-source salt and spices were seized.
In Dakahlia governorate, authorities seized 3.79 tons of assorted food products of unknown origin and destroyed 60 kg of spoiled food. A total of 17 violation reports were filed. In Menoufia governorate, inspectors found 724 kg of unlicensed and spoiled fish and meat products, including meat stamped with unofficial seals.
Nationwide, the National Food Safety Authority carried out 1,503 inspection missions, covering 4,600 food facilities across 229 centers and towns through 31 branches. This resulted in the destruction of unfit food products and the licensing of 95 refrigeration and freezing vehicles. The authority also conducted 1,487 inspection missions on food circulation within rehabilitation centers and security forces.
The authority intensified its oversight of strategic commodities, conducting inspection visits to wheat storage sites, rice mills, and bakeries to verify technical compliance and food safety standards. A total of 12 wheat storage facilities were registered. Additionally, 42 inspection missions were conducted on storage facilities in various governorates.
The National Food Safety Authority received 102 complaints from citizens through various channels, including the unified government complaint system and the authority's hotline. The authority urged citizens to report any food safety violations through these channels or by contacting the authority directly. Key Points:
Key points
- Egyptian authorities seized 10.7 tons of rotting fruit in Ismailia governorate.
- 2 tons of expired liver and 1 ton of expired dietary supplements were destroyed in Gharbiya governorate.
- The National Food Safety Authority carried out 1,503 inspection missions, covering 4,600 food facilities nationwide.
