Last updated: September 21, 2022
Penalties
Manufacturer
Uncertain
(e.g., seizure of the product, publication of the violation/violator)
The law does not specify which government body is responsible for enforcing provisions on packaging and labeling. Violations of packaging and labeling provisions are subject to a fine in the amount of 450-500 minimum wages. A repeat violation within six months is subject to double the penalty. In addition, non-conforming products may be confiscated.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 11 and the FCTC Art. 11 Guidelines with respect to imposing a range of penalties. To more fully align, the drafters of the law should consider additional penalties, such as license suspension or revocation. In addition, the law should specify the entity authorized to enforce packaging and labeling provisions.
Importer
Uncertain
(e.g., seizure of the product, publication of the violation/violator)
The law does not specify which government body is responsible for enforcing provisions on packaging and labeling. Violations of packaging and labeling provisions are subject to a fine in the amount of 450-500 minimum wages. A repeat violation within six months is subject to double the penalty. In addition, non-conforming products may be confiscated.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 11 and the FCTC Art. 11 Guidelines with respect to imposing a range of penalties. To more fully align, the drafters of the law should consider additional penalties, such as license suspension or revocation. In addition, the law should specify the entity authorized to enforce packaging and labeling provisions.
Wholesaler
Uncertain
(e.g., seizure of the product, publication of the violation/violator)
The law does not specify which government body is responsible for enforcing provisions on packaging and labeling. Violations of packaging and labeling provisions are subject to a fine in the amount of 450-500 minimum wages. A repeat violation within six months is subject to double the penalty. In addition, non-conforming products may be confiscated.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 11 and the FCTC Art. 11 Guidelines with respect to imposing a range of penalties. To more fully align, the drafters of the law should consider additional penalties, such as license suspension or revocation. In addition, the law should specify the entity authorized to enforce packaging and labeling provisions.
Retailer
Uncertain
(e.g., seizure of the product, publication of the violation/violator)
The law does not specify which government body is responsible for enforcing provisions on packaging and labeling. Violations of packaging and labeling provisions are subject to a fine in the amount of 450-500 minimum wages. A repeat violation within six months is subject to double the penalty. In addition, non-conforming products may be confiscated.
The law aligns with FCTC Art. 11 and the FCTC Art. 11 Guidelines with respect to imposing a range of penalties. To more fully align, the drafters of the law should consider additional penalties, such as license suspension or revocation. In addition, the law should specify the entity authorized to enforce packaging and labeling provisions.
