NVWA fines for false vitamin claims still unpaid

The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has still not received the fines imposed on companies that made incorrect claims about vitamins and supplements during the coronavirus pandemic. This is reported by the PZC. The fines were issued six years ago, but so far they have not been paid.

According to the source, the fines are high. The claims suggested that vitamins had a protective effect against the coronavirus. The NVWA stated that this was not substantiated and decided to impose the fines.

The PZC reports that the NVWA is trying to collect the fines after all. However, it is not clear when and if this will succeed. The authority has not provided any further explanation on this matter.

The case shows how difficult it can be to collect fines, especially when it comes to companies that do not comply with the rules. The NVWA remains alert to false claims, especially when it comes to health products.

This report is a summary based on the mentioned source and is not medical advice. Always consult a doctor or pharmacist in case of complaints.