The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control is warning the public of the illegal distribution, and sale of a fake brand of Ginny Non-Diary Creamer Products.
These products, primarily popular in the northern regions of the country, have been flagged for serious regulatory violations and pose significant risks to consumers.
Non-dairy creamer is a usually used as food additives known as coffee creamer or whitener. It is used in food as a substitute for milk powder or to lessen the amount of milk in beverages, including coffee, tea, oatmeal, hot chocolate, and baked goods.
The falsified versions of Ginny Non-Dairy Creamer have been found to deviate substantially from regulatory standards, including NAFDAC’s Pre-Packaged Food Labelling Guidelines.
The following details, irregularities, and non-compliances were observed in the falsified product comparison with a genuine batch of the Ginny Non-dairy Creamer.
The falsified batch labelled as “Ginny Milky Creamer” contradicts the authentic product name, “Ginny Non-Dairy Creamer,” leading to potential consumer confusion.
Unlike the genuine product, which specifies FUJIAN JUMBO GRAND FOOD CO.LTD. in China as the manufacturer, the falsified batch lacks clear manufacturing details, raising concerns about its origins and quality control.
The falsified products notably lack a NAFDAC registration number, a crucial indicator of compliance with safety and quality standards enforced by the agency.
Critical details such as the type of “creamer” (dairy or non-dairy), net weight (indicated ambiguously as “±35g”), and misleading pictorial representations.
In response to these findings, NAFDAC has directed its zonal directors and state coordinators to intensify surveillance efforts to identify and remove the falsified Ginny Non-Dairy Creamer products from circulation.
Distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and consumers are strongly advised to exercise caution when purchasing packaged food products, ensuring they obtain them only from authorized and licensed suppliers.
Consumers who suspect they have purchased falsified Ginny Creamer products, or any other substandard regulated goods are urged to report their concerns promptly to NAFDAC.
Reports can be made through various channels, including the NAFDAC hotline and email, to facilitate swift regulatory action and protect public health.
Healthcare professionals and consumers are also encouraged to report any adverse effects or side effects related to the use of NAFDAC-regulated products, leveraging the agency’s electronic reporting platforms.
