Indecopi urges parents to review the product label of school supplies

With the beginning of 2025 school year, INDECOPI He has urged parents to pay special attention to the purchase of School suppliesverifying that the products have the corresponding certification and labeling. The acquisition in formal stores is key to guaranteeing the quality and safety of the products used by students.

The agency remembers that counterfeit products They can represent a health risk of children due to the possible presence of toxic substances. Also, consumers must ensure that the acquired articles contain the necessary information, such as the name of the manufacturer or importer, address, RUC and health authorization of Digesa.

INDECOPI: What data should school labels include?

INDECOPI has emphasized the importance of verifying the information contained in the labels of the School supplies Before your purchase. To guarantee the authenticity and safety of these products, the labels must contain the following data:

• Name or corporate name of the importer or manufacturer.
• Address and RUC of the manufacturer or distributor.
• NATIONAL REGISTRATION NUMBER AND SANITARY AUTHORIZATION OF DIGESA.
• Recommendations for use, security measures or warnings, in case it is necessary.

The verification of these elements contributes to the safety of minors and avoids the acquisition of products that may contain harmful substances such as lead, cadmium or mercury.

Indecopi warns about the risks of falsified products in school supplies

INDECOPI has alerted the population about the dangers involved in Purchase of school supplies in informal markets or without verification of its origin. Some of the risks associated with counterfeit products include:

• Presence of toxic chemicals in materials such as crayons, plasticine or markers.
• Lack of quality controls in backpacks and slices, which could affect students’ health.
• Defective materials that can represent risks of suffocation or cuts in young children.

To minimize these dangers, INDECOPI recommends avoiding products with intense odors or colors too bright, since they could indicate a high content of harmful substances.

Indecopi recommends keys for a safe purchase before the start of classes

To ensure the acquisition of School supplies Insurance and quality, INDECOPI provides the following recommendations:

1. Buy in formal establishments: demand a ballot or invoice to guarantee the right to claims and changes.
2. Verify the labeling: ensure that the product meets the identification and safety requirements.
3. Choose adequate products for student age: Opt for thicker pencils for young children and roma -to -end scissors for greater security.
4. Avoid products without health authorization: Do not buy watercolors, crayons, plasticine or glue without certification of Digesa.
5. Check backpacks and lunchboxes: make sure they are ergonomic and BPA free if they are plastic.

With these recommendations, INDECOPI It seeks to ensure that parents acquire school supplies safely and protected, contributing to the well -being of students in the return to classes.