In just two months, February to March this year, some 228 stores Ras Al Khaimah were slapped with Dh48,700 in fines after selling expired goods, including food and cosmetic items.
According to local reports, 1,150 products were confiscated and destroyed by the authorities because they were found unfit for human consumption.
“The Ras Al Khaimah Municipality is getting tougher on erring food and health institutions across the emirate,” KT quoted RAK Municipality Director General Munzir bin Shukr Al Zaabi as saying.
“Some outlets in Ras Al Khaimah turn deaf ears to our repetitive warnings letters and are only concerned with their interests. They also disregard the impact of the consumption of unfit products on customer’s health,” he said.
“The RAK municipal inspectors strictly deal with any violation related to people’s health, and keep a close eye on all food and health institutions across the emirate,” he added.
