NVWA imposed sky-high fines for false vitamin claims, but six years later not a cent has been paid

In 2018, the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) issued fines to three companies for false medical claims about vitamins during the coronavirus pandemic. The fines were high, but according to Pzc.nl, six years later, no fine has been paid.

The companies were not allowed to make medical claims about vitamins that were not scientifically substantiated. When the NVWA discovered the violations, fines were issued. According to the source, however, no money has been paid yet, and that was six years ago.

Pzc.nl reports that the companies have appealed against the fines. It is unclear whether this is the reason why the fines have not yet been paid. The NVWA has not responded to requests for comment.

This report is a summary based on the mentioned source and is not medical advice. In case of complaints, always consult a doctor or pharmacist.