Malaysia introduces new Trade Descriptions (Marking of Quantity for Pre-Packaged Goods) Order 2023, effective June 4, 2024, replacing the prior order. Key amendments include consolidating interpretations, imposing quantity declaration obligations, and revising marking requirements for pre-packaged goods.
What are the Key changes to the Trade Descriptions (Marking of Quantity for Pre-Packaged Goods) Order 2023?
Outlined below are the key modifications incorporated into the latest order:
- Removal of Marking Requirements: Previous marking requirements concerning the appropriate indication of goods and the manufacturer and importer’ name and address have been eliminated.
- Consolidation of Interpretations: Interpretations of pre-packaged goods and related measurements are now consolidated into a single clause under paragraph 4, “Declaration of quantity for pre-packaged goods.”
- Mandatory Quantity Declaration: Wholesalers, manufacturers, importers, or producers are mandated to declare the quantity of pre-packaged goods within each package, ensuring consumers have accurate information about the contents they purchase.
Apart from these changes, the core content of the latest order remains consistent with the previous version. All pre-packaged goods packaged, manufactured, or imported into Malaysia must adhere to specific marking regulations, including the nett weight for goods with solid content in liquid, display nominal quantity and specified units.
Markings on pre-packaged goods must meet the following criteria:
- Use of clear words in the national language or English, depending on the origin of the goods
- Legibility
- Minimum height specifications as outlined in the second schedule
- Color contrast with the background
Additionally, the order stipulates that the actual quantity of pre-packaged goods must not fall below the nominal quantity, with tolerance levels specified for different categories and declarations.
The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living issued the Trade Descriptions (Marking of Quantity for Pre-Packaged Goods) Order 2023 on September 21, 2023. Effective June 4, 2024, it replaces the Trade Descriptions (Marking of Pre-Packaged Goods) Order 2023. Click here to read more information on the information issued by Malaysia Government.
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