GNC Pays $2.5 Million to Settle Improper Labeling Investigation
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A $2.25 million settlement over inaccurate labeling of dietary supplements has been reached between GNC and the U.S. Division of Justice.
The nation's largest retailer of dietary supplements didn't admit to any wrongdoing, however agreed to extra intently monitor the merchandise it sells and keep away from merchandise with unlawful or unsafe substances, NBC Information reported.
The DOJ mentioned GNC faces the specter of prosecution if it breaks any guarantees within the settlement.
"A prolonged investigation ... revealed that GNC's practices associated to making sure the legality of merchandise on its cabinets had been missing," the DOJ mentioned in an announcement, NBC Information reported.
"GNC engaged in acts and omissions that allowed a misbranded complement -- OxyElite Professional Superior System, a product of Dallas-based USPlabs LLC (USP Labs) -- to be bought at GNC places nationwide in 2013," based on the company.
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