Supplement Products Named Focus Given Until 31 December 2027
The authority announced that because the term Focus means concentration and resembles a licensed medicine, its use as a brand or product name in food supplements is not appropriate. Sales of existing products may continue until 31 December 2027, and after that date products containing this term are to be withdrawn from the market. The authority granted this transition period to prevent waste of resources, given the large number of products on the market.
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What does it mean?
Supplement products with Focus in their name can stay on shelves for a while longer. After 31 December 2027, products with this name will be pulled from markets and pharmacies.
Who is affected?
Manufacturers and sellers of food supplements with Focus in their name.