NAFDAC warns public about counterfeit Cowbell milk in the market

Abdullateef Fowewe

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has informed Nigerians about the presence of counterfeit Cowbell “Our Milk” 12g sachets being sold in the market.

The agency stated in a statement on Friday that Promasidor Nigeria Ltd, the authorised producer of Cowbell products, alerted them to the existence of counterfeit sachets that closely mimic the authentic brand.

These fake products unlawfully use the Cowbell name, packaging design, NAFDAC registration number, and trademark.

Promasidor confirmed that they ceased using the counterfeit packaging design as early as September 2023 and emphasized that these suspicious products are not manufactured or distributed by them.

As stated by NAFDAC, “The genuine sachet contains creamy milk, while the counterfeit version contains a substance that does not appear to be milk.

“The authentic packaging uses the revised PNG artwork branded “Our Creamy Goodness,” whereas the counterfeit uses the older ‘Our Milk’ design.

“Genuine products feature batch details printed with a laser, while the fake versions use ink.

“The correct coding is placed in the designated area on the sachet, but the counterfeit versions are coded elsewhere.

“Authentic sachets show automated sealing and cutting, while the fake products are sealed and cut manually.”