Cheese Tris will be marketed again if it proves not to contain or exceed limits for trans fats

The Consumer Protection Commission N ° 3 (CC3) of Indecopi decided by majority to modify the precautionary measure that ordered the cessation of the distribution and commercialization of Cheese Tris, of the Frito Lay brand, for allegedly having exceeded the fat content limit trans allowed ..

Thus, Snacks América Latina SRL, manufacturer of Cheese Tris, must progressively prove, through test reports from external laboratories, that its products do not contain trans fats or, if they do contain them, that they do not exceed the limits allowed by the Ministry. of health.

The laboratory test tests must be carried out with standardized methods for representative samples for each lot carried out according to standardized sampling standards and must be submitted to Indecopi’s CC3.

Finally, Indecopi stated that “in no way does it mean a setback or rectification since the precautionary measure is maintained, but with variations, taking care to safeguard the rights of consumers.”

It is worth remembering that the sanction procedure towards Snacks América Latina SRL is in process and in due course it will be determined whether the supplier has been liable.

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