SANTO DOMINGO – The Association of Industries of the Dominican Republic (AIRD) has issued a firm declaration calling for the rigorous and uniform application of national labeling and sanitary registration standards for every product entering the Dominican market. This mandate applies universally, with no exceptions for goods based on their country of origin or distribution model.
Central to the AIRD’s position is the strict adherence to existing regulations that compel all products to feature labeling in the Spanish language and display a valid health registration certificate issued by the competent national authority. The industry group characterizes these requirements as fundamental pillars for maintaining market transparency, protecting consumer rights, and upholding public health standards.
Emphasizing the comprehensive scope of these rules, the AIRD clarified that compliance is obligatory for all entities within the supply chain. This includes domestic producers, international importers, and retail distributors, encompassing products marketed under private labels or as generic white-label brands. The association asserts that consistent enforcement is critical to maintaining a level competitive landscape.
Mario Pujols, Executive Vice President of the AIRD, elaborated on the rationale behind this reinforced stance. He stated that vigilant regulatory observance serves a dual purpose: it empowers consumers with accurate and accessible product information, and it fosters equitable business practices by preventing companies from gaining an unfair market advantage through non-compliance.
The AIRD has publicly reiterated its commitment to collaborative engagement, expressing readiness to partner with government authorities and commercial stakeholders alike. The ultimate objective of this cooperative effort is to bolster enforcement mechanisms and cultivate a commercial environment that prioritizes fairness, safety, and unequivocal transparency for all participants.