1 059'honey-based' syrups and 388 honey products were seized during a targeted operation by the Provincial Illicit and Counterfeit Goods Unit.
The primary concern surrounding these incorrectly labelled products centres on consumer vulnerability.During a targeted operation by the Provincial Illicit and Counterfeit Goods Unit in Gauteng, authorities seized 1,059 honey-based syrups and 388 honey products.
The department said shoppers unknowingly purchase items under the misconception that they are acquiring health-beneficial products, when these merchandise options may potentially compromise their well-being.This is particularly dangerous for vulnerable populations, especially those managing chronic conditions such as diabetes.
The investigations specifically targeted “honey-based” syrup products that had triggered numerous national complaints.l legal and regulatory framework The legislation is designed to protect consumers by ensuring that products comply with minimum requirements and provide accurate, relevant information at the point of sale.The seizure comes on the heels of another significant counterfeiting incident involving Lucky Star canned pilchards, where police arrested seven undocumented immigrants during a raid at a Daleside factory for re-labelling expired 2021/22 pilchard cans with fabricated 2026 dates.
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