Tag "Nemzeti Kereskedelmi és Fogyasztóvédelmi Hatóság"
NKFH: Auchan recalled crumbled tarragon due to PAH content above the limit value
Auchan Kedvenc brand crumbled tarragon has been recalled and withdrawn from circulation by Auchan Hungary Trading Ltd. because self-checks found PAH (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) content above the limit value in...
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We subjected hygiene products to laboratory testing
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) conducted a comprehensive investigation into newborn diapers and various sanitary napkins to reveal the actual liquid-absorbing capacity of the products and to...
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Christmas laser lights could endanger air travel – buying unsafe products also poses a serious risk to consumers
During the Christmas season, many people decorate their homes with laser projectors or use such devices during the celebration. However, few people know that their improper use can pose a...
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National gyro inspection: 350 buffets and restaurants inspected, 85 procedures, 25 units closed, 1,300 kg of food withdrawn from circulation
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) conducted a nationwide raid on buffets and restaurants selling gyros. The inspection series, which lasted several weeks, affected 350 catering establishments, of...
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All tested animal equipment failed the NKFH laboratory test
The accredited laboratory of the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) tested popular pet equipment for product safety, including LED collars and leashes, as well as aquarium lights. None...
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NKFH: air passengers received more than 15 million forints in compensation
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) and the government agencies under its professional management awarded more than 15 million forints in compensation to air passengers and imposed almost...
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The Consumer Protection Authority has ordered an Advent food safety inspection
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) has ordered a full-scale Advent food safety inspection in Christmas fairs, markets, shops and temporary sales points. The NKFH told MTI on...
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Children’s dinnerware from China recalled due to presence of bamboo fiber
The UOUOROSE brand children’s dinnerware from China has been recalled due to the presence of bamboo fiber – the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) announced to MTI on...
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73 inspection areas and many new features in the NKFH’s 2026 inspection program
The Ministry of National Economy (NGM) and the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) presented the NKFH’s 2026 Inspection and Inspection Program (EVP) at a press conference. The announced...
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Consumer protection program launched for the safety of the elderly
The Ministry of National Economy (NGM) and the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) both consider it important to protect the elderly and strengthen their consumer awareness. Therefore, the...
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The NKFH has ordered a nationwide investigation into restaurants and buffets selling gyros
In order to comply with food hygiene and food safety regulations, ensure traceability and apply appropriate kitchen technology, the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) has ordered a nationwide...
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Professional renewal
With regard to the new challenges expected in the coming years, Balázs Erdélyi, president of the Hungarian Confectioners’ Craft Union (MCI) and co-president László Selmeczi have formulated a new vision...
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NKFH: semolina was recalled from the market due to the presence of foreign matter
Müller Drogéria Magyarország Bt. has initiated a recall of the 500-gram Himmeltau Children’s Grits with Honey product they distribute due to a foreign substance found in it – the National...
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NKFH: distributor recalls fermented black garlic due to unapproved pesticide content
The distributor has recalled fermented black garlic from the market due to unauthorized pesticide content – the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) told MTI on Wednesday. According to...
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Real Nature recalls dark chocolates due to insect contamination
Due to insect contamination, the distributor Real Nature Kft. has initiated a recall of two Real Nature dark chocolate products – the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) informed...
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NKFH: hidden dangers on slides and rope courses, the consumer protection authority found hundreds of illegal devices
The annual inspection program of the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) focuses on inspections of entertainment equipment, facilities, temporary structures, and recreational sports equipment. So far this year,...
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The Consumer Protection Authority tested detergents, washing powders and washing capsules
The consumer protection authority tested a total of 72 products, including detergents, washing powders and washing capsules. Based on the tests, if companies have misleadingly indicated the ingredients on the...
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TEDi store chain recalls flower-patterned glass cups due to risk of lead and cadmium leaching
The TEDi store chain has recalled flower-patterned glass cups from circulation due to the risk of lead and cadmium leaching, the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) told MTI...
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NKFH: the authority seized more than 1,500 boxes of fake dietary supplements
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) and the National Tax and Customs Authority (NAV) Pest County Tax and Customs Directorate conducted a coordinated inspection of the logistics center...
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NKFH: every fourth advertisement is objectionable
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) inspected 357 advertisements through the government offices under its professional management. The inspections covered both compliance with general advertising rules and the...
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A raid was conducted in the parking lot: illegal fruit was measured in kilos
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) and the police conducted a joint inspection in the parking lot of the Decathlon store in Budapest’s 23rd district to crack down...
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NKFH took decisive action against an influencer who was distributing fake fat-busting products that were withdrawn from circulation due to food adulteration.
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) took decisive steps to prevent consumers from being deceived and their health endangered when it banned the further sale of dietary supplements...
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NKFH: the distributor recalled jelly sweets containing unauthorized additives
Based on a notification received through the European Union’s Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF), a jelly candy – a straw-shaped candy – originating from Taiwan contains unauthorized...
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The Consumer Protection Authority inspected beaches and ice cream parlors
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) inspected beaches and ice cream parlors, and 953 kilograms of food were withdrawn from circulation, and 11 catering establishments were temporarily closed,...
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NKFH: a quarter of the inspected refrigerators had problems with compliance with energy labeling rules
This spring, government agencies under the control of the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) checked compliance with energy labeling rules for refrigerators, freezers and wine coolers, and a...
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The Consumer Protection Authority blocked a website advertising fake fat-busting serums
Due to misleading names and information, the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) has banned the distribution of Kalóriakirály dietary supplement products and obliged the domain service provider to...
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NKFH: database launched on smaller packaging
Consumers can find out about products whose packaging has been reduced from an easily accessible, reliable and continuously updated source, from the database, the launch of which was announced by...
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Retail trade walking on a new path
Bence Gerlaki, state secretary for taxation, consumer protection and trade at the Ministry for National Economy talked to Trade magazin. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/6-7. – What...
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The consumer protection authority also checks watermelons during the summer period
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) and experts from government agencies are checking the quality of watermelons and the markings on the packaging and at points of sale...
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NKFH: French yogurt in a glass was recalled due to broken glass
Broken glass may be found in the French “traditional” or “gourmet” yogurt, plain and fruit versions of the Beillevaire brand, the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) announced. No...
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