Government cracks down on tobacco makers over labels
Published: 22 Mar. 2017, 20:12
Since the government made it mandatory in December for tobacco companies to include graphic warning labels of cigarettes’ health risks, most manufacturers have complied. The ministry said a few products made by small companies, including some from China, did not follow the rule. It is considering conducting inspections and meting out penalties, including barring violators from selling their products in Korea.
The government’s announcement comes after some tobacco companies from abroad have openly said that they do not feel it is necessary to follow local laws.
By Kim Young-nam
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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