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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 500 kilograms of spoiled food are seized in a supermarket in João Pessoa

Over 500 kg of food unfit for consumption were seized from a supermarket in João Pessoa due to expired products and safety violations.

Feb 26 • 22:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Procon Maceió conducts research on the basic food basket, highlighting price variations; see which items

Procon Maceió has released a report detailing significant price variations in staple food items, urging consumers to compare prices before purchasing.

Feb 24 • 15:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

University students can negotiate student debts in a collective effort starting Wednesday (25) in Manaus

A collective event in Manaus will allow university students to negotiate their outstanding student debts with private higher education institutions.

Feb 24 • 01:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Expired Cheeses Found for Sale in Supermarket in Fortaleza

A government inspection uncovered expired cheeses being sold at a supermarket in Fortaleza, Brazil, prompting a statement from the store about its quality control measures.

Feb 21 • 14:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Procon says Sapucaí Box will have to reimburse customers for overcrowding and hot drinks

Procon Carioca has mandated that the Camarote Rio Praia must reimburse customers who felt wronged by overcrowding and service issues during a carnival event.

Feb 20 • 18:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Meats, Fruits, and Spices: Snack Bar Shut Down with 740 kg of Unsuitable Products for Consumption in Uberaba

A snack bar in Uberaba was shut down after inspectors found approximately 740 kg of products unsuitable for consumption following complaints of food poisoning.

Feb 20 • 16:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Price difference of repellents reaches almost 80% in Taubaté, points out Procon

A survey by Procon in Taubaté highlights significant price disparities in repellent products across the city, with some prices varying by as much as 80%.

Feb 20 • 13:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Expired product entitles you to another for free? See what the law says after confusion in SC market

A customer at a market in Joinville, Brazil, attempted to take expired products for free, leading to a police intervention and a discussion about consumer rights regarding expired goods.

Feb 19 • 08:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Quick kit for methanol detection in drinks developed by UEPB will be used in Carnival 2026

A rapid kit for detecting methanol in distilled beverages, developed by researchers from the State University of Paraíba (UEPB), will be used during Carnival 2026 by the Procon-PB for inspections.

Feb 14 • 19:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DB Group Leads with Lowest Basic Food Basket Price in Manaus, Says Procon

In February, the DB Group was reported to have the lowest basic food basket price in Manaus, Brazil, according to a municipal survey conducted by Procon Manaus.

Feb 13 • 21:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Procon finds spoiled food for sale in supermarket; video

Fortaleza's consumer defense agency found spoiled food being sold at a supermarket following consumer complaints.

Feb 9 • 19:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In minutes, R$ 500 thousand machine reveals whether the drink sold near blocks is fake; 26 liters were collected in the Center and South Zone

A mobile laboratory in Rio de Janeiro is testing alcoholic beverages for adulteration during Carnival, with 26 liters confiscated last weekend.

Feb 9 • 17:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Procon Manaus begins action in Parque das Tribos with discounts of up to 80% on debts; see when

Procon Manaus is offering a debt settlement initiative providing discounts of up to 80% for consumers at Parque das Tribos from March 9 to 11, 2026.

Feb 9 • 12:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Procon finds irregularities in almost 70% of stationery stores inspected in the interior of SP

A recent inspection by Procon-SP revealed that nearly 70% of the stationery stores in the interior of São Paulo have committed various irregularities, particularly regarding safety and consumer product information.

Feb 8 • 19:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Banks and telecommunications companies lead complaint rankings in Uberlândia; see

The 2025 consumer complaints ranking by Procon in Uberlândia shows that banks received about 50% of the total complaints, with telecommunications companies also being significant contributors to consumer dissatisfaction.

Feb 8 • 18:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

About two tons of meat unfit for consumption seized in operation in the Jequitinhonha Valley

Approximately two tons of meat deemed unfit for consumption were seized during an operation conducted by the Procon of the Public Ministry of Minas Gerais in the Jequitinhonha Valley.

Feb 7 • 16:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Procon finds expired chocolate since 2023 in flower shop targeted by complaint about chocolate with glass

A flower shop in São José, near Florianópolis, was inspected by Procon after a customer reported finding chocolate with glass pieces in a basket, injuring her 4-year-old autistic daughter; during the inspection, expired chocolates dating back to 2023 were seized.

Feb 6 • 12:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Procon of Ferraz de Vasconcelos fines Sabesp over R$ 61,000 for water shortages

The Procon of Ferraz de Vasconcelos fined Sabesp R$ 61,537.20 due to water supply failures in the city, impacting essential services and daily life in December.

Feb 6 • 12:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Gas station is closed in Pedreiras due to equipment irregularities

The Maia fuel station in Pedreiras was closed by Procon/MA following an inspection that revealed discrepancies in the gasoline volume.

Feb 5 • 20:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Salt prices in Fortaleza can vary up to 596% depending on the neighborhood; see Procon research

A recent study reveals that the price of salt in Fortaleza varies by up to 596% depending on the neighborhood, highlighting significant disparities in supermarket pricing.

Feb 5 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

School supplies show differences of up to 800% between stores in a city in RS, points out Procon

A study by Procon in Canoas reveals that prices for school supplies vary by over 800% among local stores in Rio Grande do Sul, with some basic lists costing around R$ 60 while others demand up to R$ 160.

Feb 5 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fuel prices vary by up to 27% at gas stations in Taubaté; difference reaches R$ 1.34 per liter

A survey by the municipal Procon revealed that fuel prices in Taubaté can vary by up to 27%, with the largest difference seen in S10 diesel prices.

Feb 4 • 22:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Procon-MA takes legal action after abusive increase in app rides during strike in São Luís

The Procon-MA has filed a public civil action against Uber and 99 due to significant price increases for rides during a public transportation strike in Greater São Luís, affecting many consumers reliant on these services.

Feb 4 • 13:36 UTC

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