
Dietary supplements (DS) are rapidly gaining popularity, but the market is flooded with both quality products and fakes. To avoid buying a low-quality product, it is important to know how to check its authenticity and safety. In this article, we will consider all the key aspects of checking dietary supplements, including checking the state registration certificate (SGR), requesting documents on marketplaces, checking the KIZ "Honest Sign" marking code and additional control methods.
1. Verification of the state registration certificate (SGR)
What is SGR and why is it important?
The State Registration Certificate (SRC) is a document confirming that the product has passed all necessary laboratory tests, complies with sanitary standards and can be legally sold in Russia and the EAEU countries. The presence of the SRC is a mandatory requirement for dietary supplements, so it is important to make sure it is available before purchasing.
How to check SGR?
- Official website of Rospotrebnadzor — the SGR registry is available on the agency’s website. Enter the product name or registration number in the registry search to verify the authenticity of the document.
- Request from the seller – bona fide sellers are always ready to provide a copy of the SGR upon request.
- Checking information in the EAEU registers – if a dietary supplement is certified in the EAEU, its registration must also be reflected in the international database.
2. Request documents on marketplaces
What documents can be requested?
When purchasing dietary supplements on marketplaces (Wildberries, Ozon, Yandex.Market), you can request from the seller:
- SGR – certificate of state registration.
- Declaration of conformity – confirms the compliance of products with technical regulations.
- Test report – contains information about product testing in laboratories.
How to request documents?
- Write to the marketplace support service – in order for the product to appear on sale, the seller is obliged to upload properly executed documents to the certificates section.
- Contact the seller via the feedback form or comments on the product page.
- Check the availability of documents in the product card – some marketplaces publish documents directly on the product page.
3. Checking the KIZ "Honest Sign"
What is KIZ?
The Control Identification Mark (CIM) is a unique QR code that is applied to the packaging of dietary supplements and allows their authenticity to be verified through the Honest Sign system.
How to check the KIZ code?
- Download the official application "Honest Sign" on your smartphone.
- Scan the QR code on the product packaging.
- Compare the data in the app with the actual packaging :
- Does the product name match?
- Does the manufacturer match?
- Is the product listed as counterfeit or expired?
If the code cannot be read or the information in the system differs from the packaging, you are most likely dealing with a counterfeit.
4. Additional verification methods
Checking the composition
- Compare the composition on the packaging and in the official documentation – scammers often falsify the composition.
- Study the ingredients – make sure the product does not contain any banned or harmful substances.
- Check for GMP, ISO and HACCP certificates – they confirm compliance with international production standards.
Analysis of reviews and brand reputation
- Read reviews on independent platforms – not only on marketplaces, but also on forums and social networks.
- Research the brand's reputation – check information about the manufacturer, its registration data and work history.
Comparison with analogues
- Check the price – too low a price may be a sign of a fake.
- Compare with analogues – if the declared composition is identical, but the price is significantly different, it is worth considering the authenticity of the product.
Conclusion
Buying dietary supplements requires a careful approach. Use all available verification methods, request documents, check the SGR, the KIZ code "Honest Sign" and do not trust too favorable offers. This is the only way to guarantee the safety and effectiveness of the supplements you buy.
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