FEHD takes enforcement action against sale of chilled or frozen meat disguised as fresh meat (with photos)
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During the operation, FEHD officers raided a licensed FPS on Hip Wo Street in Kwun Tong, seized and immediately destroyed about 500 kilograms of suspected frozen beef. In addition, FEHD officers immediately marked and sealed about 105kg of prepackaged frozen beef for further investigation. A beef sample was also collected for the detection of preservatives. Prosecutions will be initiated should there be sufficient evidence. The licensee of the FPS is suspected of breaching the licensing conditions for the display and sale of frozen meat as fresh meat, and the FEHD is proceeding with the cancellation of the FPS's licence.
Prosecution was initiated against the licensee of the FPS for the dirty condition of the premises. A verbal warning was also given to the licensee for non-compliance with the relevant licensing conditions for failing to provide delivery notes for inspection.
A spokesman for the FEHD said, "The selling of chilled or frozen meat disguised as fresh meat not only breaches the licensing conditions but also poses food safety risks. Such operations are also unfair to other compliant businesses."
The spokesman added, "Anyone selling chilled or frozen meat without permission commits an offence and is liable to a maximum fine of $50,000 and six months' imprisonment if convicted. The FEHD will continue regular inspections at licensed FPSs and market meat stalls and deal with complaints actively. In detecting any irregularities, the department will carry out investigations promptly and take appropriate enforcement action. In addition, the FEHD also proactively investigates suspected violations from time to time and conducts surprise inspections and enforcement actions as necessary. Prosecutions will be initiated and follow-up actions will be taken against breaches of licensing conditions or tenancy agreements if there is sufficient evidence. The licences of those FPSs breaching licensing conditions may be cancelled, while the tenancies of market meat stalls breaching tenancy agreements may be terminated."
The spokesman emphasised the FEHD's deep concern and strong commitment to combating the sale of chilled or frozen meat disguised as fresh meat through stringent enforcement actions against violations.
Ends/Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Issued at HKT 17:55
Issued at HKT 17:55
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