Sri Lanka, Nov. 1 -- The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has detected 98 suspected legal violations during special inspections conducted from October 27 to 30 at businesses selling engine oil, gear oil, automotive lubricants and grease across the country.

Officials also seized several products as evidence for further investigations.

The suspected violations relate to Direction No. 88, issued under Extraordinary Gazette No. 2327/36 of April 12, 2023.

Under the regulations, businesses importing or manufacturing lubricants and grease must have a valid agreement with the Sri Lankan government.

Products offered for sale must also display the relevant government agreement number, either printed on the packaging or on a permanent label.

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