Chapter 4: Enforcement
Section 3: Special Enforcement Provisions
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Art. 43 Public warning
1 If the enforcement authorities establish that foodstuffs, additives or utility articles presenting a risk to health have been supplied to an undetermined number of consumers, the authorities shall inform the public, and advise the population on what action to take.
2 The authorities shall consult manufacturers, importers, suppliers, sellers and consumer organisations, in advance if possible.
3 If the population of several cantons is at risk, the federal authorities are responsible for publishing information and recommendations.
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