KEBS warned that it would pursue other administrative and judicial actions as deemed necessary.
KEBS said the 2023 growth was primarily driven by a 19 per cent expansion in agriculture, forestry, and fishing.
Kindiki, in a statement released on Friday, said that only three out of the 29 manufacturers and distillers of second-generation alcohol have been permitted to resume production.
One significant development is the directive for the immediate release of goods held at the Port of Mombasa upon confirmation of meeting the required standards.
In a notice on Thursday, KEBS cautioned buyers of the fertilizer stressing that government-approved subsidised fertilizers meet all safety and quality requirements.
This comes after an expose by Africa Uncensored shed light on a scheme by corrupt individuals to sell earth-scooped sand as affordable fertiliser for farming.
The collaboration signals a proactive approach to addressing challenges and seizing opportunities in the dynamic landscape of international trade and commerce.
The sugar consignment contained 27,520 bags imported from Mauritius.
The culprits are said to be engaging in extortion activities with unsuspecting traders across the country.