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Police arrested a Chinese businesswoman during a joint operation against the sale of unregistered consumer products in Cauayan City, Isabela.
The Philippine National Police said the operation was conducted on July 1 in Barangay District 1 by the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group Isabela Provincial Field Unit and the Food and Drug Administration.
The suspect, identified only by the alias “Jin,” allegedly owned the establishment where the products were being sold.
Authorities said she was allegedly caught selling aerosol insecticides and other consumer goods without the required Certificate of Product Registration from the FDA.
Police confiscated 937 pieces of assorted aerosol insecticides, mosquito coils and other consumer products.
The seized items were valued at Php 100,972.
Authorities said unregistered products bypass government checks meant to ensure consumer safety, quality and effectiveness.
The suspect faces complaints for alleged violation of Republic Act No. 9711, or the Food and Drug Administration Act of 2009, while PNP chief Gen. Jose Nartatez said police would continue supporting enforcement efforts against products that may endanger the public.
