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Ensuring accuracy in daily transactions

Weights and Measures Office

Be a responsible trader

Ensure that the instruments you use are registered and verified to be accurate

Sell or supply pre-packaged goods (PPGs)

Ensure the net content of your PPGs is accurately stated on the package or label

Register to be an Authorised Verifier

Qualified companies are allowed to carry out the verification of weighing and measuring instruments for trade use

Tips for consumers when buying products sold by weight

Check that you receive the correct quantity when purchasing goods sold by weight.

A close-up of a market stall display filled with red tomatoes, where a person is holding two tomatoes while selecting from a large pile, with a digital weighing scale placed beside the produce.

News and media

View WMO’s circulars and media releases.

14 May 2026

Accurate Weight Declaration Requirements for Pre-packaged Goods

Circulars

17 April 2025

Inspections on Quantity of Prepackaged Frozen Glazed Seafood

Circulars

15 August 2024

Liquor Suppliers Must Use Metric Units and Ensure No Short Measure

Circulars