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Economic Adulteration

Meaning

Economic Adulteration is the fraudulent, intentional act of substituting, diluting, or adding a cheaper, less effective, or sometimes toxic substance to a product to increase its apparent value or reduce the cost of its production for financial gain. This deceptive practice is a serious concern within the global supply chain, particularly in the pharmaceutical, supplement, and food industries. It poses a significant public health risk because the adulterated product may lack the intended therapeutic efficacy or contain harmful, undeclared ingredients.