A September 9 inspection focused on weighing, labels, traceability and storage, finding some unmarked near-expiry food and storage problems. Check labels, weight and receipts before paying.
What the inspection means
The market regulator reports 32 chain-store inspections covering scales, packaged and bulk-food labels, supplier qualification and purchase records. Some operators had unmarked near-expiry products or unsuitable storage.
The notice does not say every store or product is affected and does not justify a blanket brand-risk claim. Check the item actually purchased.
Four checks before paying
Read production and expiry dates and storage conditions; for bulk food, check name, ingredients or allergen information and price unit; compare label weight with the till; retain receipt and packaging. Ask staff or translate each field when Chinese labels are unclear.
Near-expiry is not expired, but it should be clearly indicated and practical to consume during the trip. Avoid damaged, abnormal-smelling, unlabeled or improperly chilled products.
Carrying food and complaints
Before a flight, border crossing or onward country, separately check customs, airline and destination restrictions on meat, dairy, seeds, liquids and other foods. Local legal sale is not permission to import elsewhere.
For weight, label or safety problems, stop eating and keep the item, packaging, photographs, payment and medical records. Contact the operator, platform or regulator; seek medical care promptly for serious symptoms.