Are you a grocery retailer? You need to be aware of whether you need to comply with the new Unit Pricing Code. The code came into effect on 1 July 2009 however retailers have a grace period of five months to comply with the new regulations, which become enforceable on 1 December 2009.
You need to comply with the code if you:
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has provided a range of guidance material to help you comply:
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Unit pricing: a quick guide is designed to provide general information about the Code and help you to identify whether it applies to your business.
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Unit Pricing Code pages also explain the requirements of the code and provide a link to the regulations.
If you have any questions about the code, whether it applies to you or your obligations under it, call the Unit Pricing Hotline on 1300 746 245. For more information, visit the ACCC website .
