J.K. Cement Saifco Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of JK Cement Ltd., has received a notice from the Legal Metrology Department, Jammu & Kashmir, directing a halt in packaging of cement products with weight details. The company has sought an extension to respond, with no material financial impact reported.
JK Cement Limited has disclosed that its subsidiary, J.K. Cement Saifco Pvt. Ltd., was served a notice dated March 9, 2026, by the Deputy Controller of the Legal Metrology Department (Enforcement), Jammu & Kashmir. The directive was formally communicated to the company on March 16, 2026.
Regulatory Action And Allegations
The notice directs Saifco to halt packaging of cement products along with their weight. Alleged violations include lack of packaging registration, a non-functional customer care number, and unverified electronic weighing scales.
Company Response
JK Cement has confirmed that Saifco has sought an extension from the concerned department to respond to the notice. Importantly, the company clarified that the action does not have any material financial impact on its operations.
Key Highlights
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Notice issued by Legal Metrology Department, J&K
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Directive to halt cement packaging with weight details
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Alleged violations: packaging registration, customer care, weighing scale verification
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Company seeking extension to respond
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No material financial impact reported
Sources: Company filing with BSE and NSE