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Impact of previous exposure to fraud on Portuguese consumer perceptions and attitudes towards food fraud

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: • Food fraud affects consumers’ confidence and represents financial and health risks • Low levels of trust in products, systems and authorities, especially after exposure • Few consumers effectively reported food fraud through official channels • Determinants of protective behaviours include health, trust levels, age and exposure

Source: Food Control

DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2025.111801

Authors: Isabel Sousa, Maria João Costa, Ana Pinto Moura, José António Teixeira, Luís Miguel Cunha

Institutions: Universidade do Porto, Centro de Investigação em Produção Agroalimentar Sustentável, University of Minho

Language: English

Topic: Identification and Quantification in Food

Subfield: Molecular Biology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Zero hunger, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,340