The Egyptian Food Safety Authority, in collaboration with the General Administration of Supply and Internal Trade Police, carried out a large-scale campaign targeting mobile food carts at the Abu El-Holel tourist walkway in the Heliopolis district. The campaign aimed to monitor food activities and establishments, outlets for food circulation and presentation, and verify their compliance with regulatory controls.
The campaign included registering mobile food carts at the walkway and inspecting food materials and products traded there. The inspection resulted in the seizure of quantities of expired honey, unidentifiable fish, and food products showing signs of spoilage and changes in their natural properties. Additionally, other products were found not to conform to applicable specifications and controls.
The necessary procedures were taken regarding the seized products. Quantities that were seized were destroyed with the approval of facility officials and in accordance with procedures, preventing their reuse or presentation to consumers. The Authority continued inspection in the New Cairo district, targeting food establishments in the Fifth Settlement area.
The inspection included various establishments offering diverse products and activities such as sushi, meats and their products, poultry, juices and natural drinks, and waffles. The goal was to assess compliance with regulatory controls for processing, handling, and presentation operations. These efforts reflect the Authority's commitment to enhancing field monitoring of various food activities.
The Authority's actions aim to promptly address non-compliance and limit the circulation of unfit or non-compliant products, thereby protecting consumer health. The Authority continues to conduct tours in different areas and food establishments, taking legal actions against violations and strengthening coordination with concerned parties.
The campaigns are part of the Authority's efforts to ensure that products reaching consumers are compliant and safe. The Authority's work contributes to enhancing the efficiency of the system and protecting public health through strict monitoring and control of food products in circulation.
Key facilities and products were inspected during the campaigns, including mobile food carts and various food establishments. The seized products were handled in accordance with regulatory procedures to prevent any potential health risks to consumers.
Key points
- The Egyptian Food Safety Authority seized expired honey and unidentifiable fish products during its campaigns in Heliopolis and New Cairo.
- The Authority's campaigns aim to enhance field monitoring of food activities and protect consumer health.
- The Authority continues to conduct inspections and take legal actions against food establishments that violate regulatory controls.
