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Shortage of raw materials: beware, the composition of products may change

out having to replace the packaging. At the same time, the avian flu epidemic is causing supply difficulties for eggs and poultry. This is why the DGCCRF has authorized since the end of August 2022 the manufacturers of egg and poultry products to derogate from certain labeling obligations for a m ...

13
Sep
2022

Gym membership: 5 points to check

5 points to check to avoid any disappointments is, of course, the price. The General Directorate for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control (DGCCRF) reminds us that gyms must display the prices, including all taxes, in a visible and legible manner within their establishment for the services ...

19
Sep
2023

Online scams: beware of fake administrative websites!

y with the blue, white, and red colors of the French flag, as well as the symbol of Marianne and logos similar to official logos... According to the DGCCRF, one million people are deceived every year by this type of online scam, resulting in wrongfully charged 150 million euros. What are the free a ...

19
Oct
2023

Insomnia: Melatonin is not a miracle cure

ANSES advises favoring simple formulations that do not combine melatonin with other products or plants. However, 70% of the products examined by the DGCCRF in November 2022 also contained plants. This is why it is important to carefully read the composition of such products before purchasing them. ...

26
Apr
2018

New Year's Eve: how to choose your foie gras?

ions containing at least 20% foie gras. To be noted: each year, 7 out of 10 French people consume foie gras during the holiday season. This is why the DGCCRF (General Directorate for Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control) carries out regular checks on products containing foie gras to ve ...

31
Dec
2021

Law regulating influencers: soon the end of dubious advertisements.

's magazines. The creation of a specialized team of investigators. Bruno Le Maire also announced the creation of a team of 15 investigators within the DGCCRF. This specialized brigade will be responsible for monitoring social networks and imposing sanctions in case of non-compliance. It will be able ...

30
Mar
2023

Hair smoothing: beware of products containing glyoxylic acid!

ir smoothing, particularly Brazilian hair straightening. Why is glyoxylic acid not recommended? In a press release dated October 16, 2024, Anses, the DGCCRF, and the Directorate General of Health alerted hair salon professionals, cosmetic businesses, and users to the potential dangers of glyoxylic a ...

12
Nov
2024