Manila: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has placed two major retail chains under regulatory scrutiny after inspections found several food and health products being sold without proper registration, labeling, and documentation. According to Philippines News Agency, the FDA revealed in a Facebook post on Monday that inspections at the Bonifacio Global City branches of Landers Superstore and S and R Membership Shopping showed some products lacked the necessary authorization and traceability requirements. These inspections, led by FDA Director General Paolo Teston, are part of a nationwide initiative to ensure compliance with registration, labeling, safety, and traceability standards. Following the visits, the agency issued formal letters to both retailers, reminding them of their legal obligation to ensure that all food and health products offered for sale are duly registered, properly labeled, and fully traceable. The FDA warned that non-compliance could result in regulatory and legal actions, includin g seizure of products, suspension or revocation of licenses, closure of operations, and filing of administrative or criminal cases. Teston emphasized that enforcement extends beyond physical stores, noting that large retailers play a critical role in the supply chain, including distribution to online platforms and digital marketplaces. "Compliance is mandatory, and the FDA will act decisively against any establishment that endangers consumer health," he added. The FDA reiterated its call on manufacturers, importers, and distributors to strengthen internal compliance controls and immediately address deficiencies to ensure that only fully compliant products reach store shelves and online platforms. It stated that monitoring and enforcement operations will continue nationwide to safeguard public health and uphold consumer protection standards.