The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) shut down the production lines of five factories manufacturing meat and poultry products after detecting non-compliance. These non-compliances resulted in their products exceeding the microbial limits for Salmonella and E. coli, as outlined in the approved standard regulation (SFDA.FD/GSO 1016). These violations are considered serious due to the significant harm and direct risk they pose to consumer safety, as these bacteria are among the main causes of food poisoning. This constitutes a clear violation of food-related laws and regulations.

This action is part of the measures the SFDA adopts to monitor products under its supervision, enhancing food safety and protecting consumers from health risks before they occur. This reflects the SFDA's unwavering commitment to applying the highest standards of quality and safety for products circulating in Saudi markets.

The Authority confirmed that it has taken all necessary legal measures against violators, stressing that violations of the Food Law and its Implementing Regulation can result in fines of up to 10 million SAR, imprisonment for up to 10 years, or both. 

The SFDA emphasized its firm stance against all food-related violations and will not hesitate to impose all penalties on those who expose food to risks. It called on consumers to cooperate by reporting any violations or infringements affecting products subject to its supervision via the unified call number (19999).