Tag "NKFH"
NKFH: database launched on smaller packaging
Date: 2025-07-10 12:27:13
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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NKFH launches nationwide olive oil raid to crack down on food adulteration
Date: 2025-07-03 11:53:26
In order to protect consumer health and curb food adulteration, the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) is launching a nationwide inspection, focusing on products labeled as extra virgin...
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Spring Happiness brand canned lychee recalled due to pesticide content
Date: 2025-07-03 10:25:40
Based on a notification received through the European Union’s Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed Safety (RASFF), an insecticide (diflubenzuron) exceeding the limit value was detected in Dutch canned...
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NKFH: poppy seeds recalled due to pesticide
Date: 2025-07-01 09:09:06
Spar Hungary Ltd. has recalled edible poppy seeds due to an unauthorized pesticide – the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) announced. It was announced that the best-before date...
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The Consumer Protection Authority also checks watermelons during the summer period
Date: 2025-06-27 11:21:42
Experts from the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) and government agencies are checking the quality of watermelons and the markings on the packaging and at points of sale...
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The consumer protection authority also checks watermelons during the summer period
Date: 2025-06-27 11:00:59
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
Date: 2025-06-27 09:59:19
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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NKFH: Counterfeit olive oils with the Vesuvio brand name were seized
Date: 2025-06-25 09:12:05
Counterfeit olive oils with the Vesuvio brand name were seized by experts from the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) following an inspection at a retail and wholesale unit...
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NKFH: Aldi recalls chicken sausages due to allergen presence
Date: 2025-06-20 10:54:52
Aldi Hungary Food Bt. initiated the recall of the product Baromfivirsli with chicken breast 280 g, as it may contain a milk allergen (cheese), the National Trade and Consumer Protection...
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The NKFH imposed a fine of almost 3 million forints during the national strawberry inspection
Date: 2025-06-16 11:11:19
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) has concluded its four-week nationwide strawberry inspection. According to the inspections covering the entire commercial range, every tenth product had a problem;...
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NKFH: food safety raids during the summer season, primarily in ice cream parlors and beach buffets
Date: 2025-06-10 11:25:21
In order to protect consumer safety, the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) is conducting a nationwide inspection in cooperation with government agencies. The inspections are taking place primarily...
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The consumer protection authority found serious hygiene and food safety deficiencies in three Budapest shopping centers
Date: 2025-06-04 10:02:39
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) conducted a targeted food safety inspection in the food courts of three shopping centers in the capital, and examined a total of...
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Consumer protection on a new basis
Date: 2025-05-29 11:29:08
The National Authority for Trade and Consumer Protection (NKFH) started work on 1 January 2025. Our magazine spoke to its president Dr Lilla Német-Weingartner. This article is available for reading...
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NKFH: organic vegetable puree with salmon recalled due to splinters
Date: 2025-05-13 10:42:18
Import Trade Hungary Kft. has withdrawn and recalled its product Rudolfs Bio Vegetable Puree with Salmon 6 months/190g because it contains small fish bones, the National Trade and Consumer Protection...
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NKFH-NAV: joint action to strengthen food safety and combat food counterfeiting
Date: 2025-04-09 12:21:14
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) in cooperation with the National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) participated in the international OPSON operation, organized by INTERPOL and EUROPOL in...
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NKFH: Müller Drogéria recalled 250 gram SilaVit Indian psyllium seed shells
Date: 2025-04-04 09:34:14
Due to the possible presence of salmonella, Müller Drogéria Magyarország Bt. has recalled 250 grams of SilaVit Indian psyllium seed husks with a best-before date of November 18, 2026, the...
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NKFH: laboratory tests are used to verify the authenticity of textile product labeling
Date: 2025-04-02 10:26:49
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) is checking the authenticity of the fiber composition of textile products through laboratory tests; the goal is to reveal whether products marked...
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NKFH: Consumer protection officers inspected hundreds of stores and restaurants operated in the Far East
Date: 2025-03-31 10:19:37
Consumer protection authorities inspected hundreds of shops and restaurants operated in the Far East, and fines of around 20 million forints were imposed during the nationwide targeted inspection, and 15...
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NKFH: Consumer protection officers inspected hundreds of stores and restaurants operated in the Far East
Date: 2025-03-28 10:25:53
Consumer protection authorities inspected hundreds of shops and restaurants operated in the Far East, and fines of around 20 million forints were imposed during the nationwide targeted inspection, and 15...
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NKFH: Consumer protection officers inspected hundreds of stores and restaurants operated in the Far East
Date: 2025-03-28 10:06:41
Consumer protection authorities inspected hundreds of shops and restaurants operated in the Far East, and fines of around 20 million forints were imposed during the nationwide targeted inspection, and 15...
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ÖRT-NKFH workshop: focus on ethical advertising and cooperation with authorities
Date: 2025-03-27 10:59:11
The Self-Regulatory Advertising Board (ÖRT) and the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) held a joint online workshop, for which more than 90 participants registered. One of the highlights...
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NKFH: potato chips recalled due to foreign substances
Date: 2025-03-25 09:21:15
The distributor has recalled Alnatura potato chips from circulation because the product may contain wood chips – the notice published on the website of the National Trade and Consumer Protection...
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Serious advertising controls are coming
Date: 2025-03-24 10:12:42
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) and the government agencies under its professional supervision will this year prioritize the inspection of advertisements targeting children and minors who are...
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NKFH: the closure of Chinese restaurants in the capital led to results, a national investigation has been ordered
Date: 2025-03-20 10:33:34
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) revealed serious food safety and hygiene irregularities during an official inspection of several Chinese restaurants in Budapest, due to which it ordered...
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NKFH: Auchan recalled 220 gram beef bologna baby food due to microbiological non-compliance
Date: 2025-03-06 10:50:21
Due to microbiological non-compliance, Auchan Hungary Kft. has recalled the 220-gram package of Auchan Kedvenc Bolognese spaghetti pasta and beef baby food, recommended for children from 8 months of age...
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Mondelez Hungária Kft. has recalled Milka vanilla-flavored croissant products
Date: 2025-02-28 09:32:42
The manufacturer Mondelez Hungária Kft. has initiated a consumer recall of the 50-gram Milka vanilla-flavored croissant due to missing product labeling, the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) told...
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The Consumer Protection Authority monitors compliance with advertising bans
Date: 2025-02-21 10:20:07
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH), together with the government agencies under its professional supervision, will monitor compliance with the general advertising rules and the regulations protecting the...
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NKFH: Cape Herb & Spice grinders recalled by distributor
Date: 2025-02-11 09:44:43
The distributor has recalled Cape Herb & Spice grinder spices because a defect in the grinding mechanism may cause plastic pieces to get into the food during use. The products...
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The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority urges caution during the Carnival holidays
Date: 2025-02-10 11:19:19
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) is warning against excessive use of masks, wigs and costumes during the carnival season. Last year, 20 of the 37 costumes, masks...
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NKFH: the consumer protection partnership protects the interests of Hungarian families and law-abiding businesses
Date: 2025-01-17 11:21:06
Consumer protection official inspections are ongoing throughout the year, which government agencies conduct in the interest of Hungarian families and law-abiding businesses, the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH)...
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