Always purchase products that are properly labelled.

Enquire if a local pre-package establishment is registered (with the Bureau of Standards Jamaica) before purchasing products manufactured at said establishment.

Enquire if an establishment that manufactures block is registered (with the Bureau of Standards Jamaica) before purchasing that commodity.

Check that the “amber orange” sticker on the weighing and measuring device (with the word “PASS”) is valid.

If you are importing products into Jamaica, ensure that the products meet local requirements.

If you are exporting, research the requirements of the country to which you are exporting to.