KEBS warns against misuse of Standardisation Mark on jaba juice
KEBS has raised concern that some manufacturers have been using certification permits issued for fruit juices and fruit drinks to market beverages containing khat (Miraa). The post KEBS warns against misuse of Standardisation Mark on jaba juice appeared first on KBC Digital .
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has issued a warning regarding the misuse of its Standardization Mark on beverages containing khat (Miraa/Muguka). In a public notice, KEBS expressed concern that certain manufacturers have been using certification permits issued for fruit juices and drinks to market products containing khat.
The agency discouraged manufacturers and traders from displaying the Standardization Mark (S-Mark) on such items, stating that this practice misrepresents their certification status and could result in enforcement action under the Standards Act. KEBS made it clear that khat and its derivatives are currently not included in its product certification scheme due to regulatory concerns related to the plant's psychoactive compounds, such as cathinone and cathine.
The agency has revoked certification permits in cases of non-compliance and assured that it will continue to monitor the market to identify and address manufacturers and traders who misuse the mark. Consumers were advised to verify the certification status of products through KEBS' official channels. KEBS reiterated its commitment to protecting consumers, preserving the integrity of its product certification system, and ensuring compliance with relevant Kenya Standards and regulatory requirements.
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