Minister Bolat announced that inspections in the stationery sector had been intensified nationwide to ensure that students and parents could access safe products ahead of the 2026–2027 academic year.
In a written statement, Bolat said the inspections were being conducted to protect consumers’ economic interests and maintain market order.
33,182 firms inspected
Within the scope of price-label checks and market surveillance and inspections, 33,182 firms were inspected throughout August and the first 10 days of September. During these inspections, 5,952,000 products were examined and administrative fines totaling 182 million 559 thousand liras were imposed.
Bolat said stationery products were inspected for price labeling, product safety and compliance with regulations, adding that violations involving products affecting children’s health and safety would not be tolerated.
Inspections to continue throughout the year
Bolat said the inspections would continue throughout the year, adding that the aim was to ensure students and parents could access safe products and to protect consumers’ economic interests.
Bolat said field inspections would continue resolutely to preserve market order, safeguard consumer rights and combat unfair commercial practices.
Minister Bolat also wished the 2026–2027 academic year well for students, teachers, parents and the education community.