ALERT: NAFDAC warns against counterfeit Ginny non-dairy creamer products

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has warned Nigerians against the illegal distribution, and sale of a falsified brand of Ginny non-dairy creamer products.

According to NAFDAC, non-dairy creamer is a concoction of many food additives known as coffee creamer or whitener.

It is used in food as a substitute for milk powder or to lessen the amount of milk in beverages, including coffee, tea, oatmeal, hot chocolate, and baked goods.

In a statement on Wednesday, NAFDAC said the falsified brands of the Ginny creamer have been observed to be lagged with several labelling irregularities indicating non-compliance with its pre-packaged food labelling guidelines.

“The following details, irregularities, and non-compliances were observed in the falsified product comparison with a genuine batch of the Ginny Non-dairy Creamer,” the statement reads.

“Images of Cows are misleading as the ingredients do not include a diary; Absence of NAFDAC Reg. No: This unregistered product does not comply with the regulatory provisions.

“The safety and quality of the product is not guaranteed, and the net weight indicated as ‘±35g’ is ambiguous.

“All NAFDAC zonal directors and state coordinators have been directed to carry out surveillance and mop up the falsified product within the zones and states.

“Distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and consumers are advised to exercise caution and vigilance within the supply chain to avoid the distribution, supply, sale, and consumption of the falsified versions of Ginny Creamer Products.

“All packaged food products must be obtained from authorized/licensed suppliers. The products’ authenticity and physical condition should be carefully checked.

“Consumers are advised to report any suspicion of sale of substandard and falsified packaged food, medicines or medical devices, cosmetics, and other regulated products to the nearest NAFDAC office, NAFDAC on 0800-162-3322 or via email: [email protected]

“Similarly, healthcare professionals and patients or consumers are also encouraged to report adverse events or side effects related to the use of NAFDAC-regulated products to the nearest NAFDAC office, or through the use of the E-reporting platforms available on the NAFDAC.”