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Over 40% Anti-stretch Mark Products Detected with Fragrance Allergens 4 Models Contained Potentially Harmful Substances Avoid Intake by Unborn Babies and Infants Through Maternal Transfer or Breastfeeding
  • 2022.08.15
  • Press Release

Over 40% Anti-stretch Mark Products Detected with Fragrance Allergens 4 Models Contained Potentially Harmful Substances Avoid Intake by Unborn Babies and Infants Through Maternal Transfer or Breastfeeding

One of the things pregnant women struggle with during pregnancy is the occurrence of stretch marks on their bellies that are difficult to disappear fully. This is why many pregnant women apply a wide range of anti-stretch mark products from the early stages of pregnancy until after giving birth. In this first-ever test of 30 anti-stretch mark products for pregnant and postnatal women, the Consumer Council found that more than 40% (14 of the models) were detected with fragrance allergens. In...

BFE and PFE of 30 Face Masks Reached ASTM Level 1 or Above 19 Models Fell Short of Filtration Claims 6 Exceeded EU Bioburden Limit Urging for Strengthened Regulation on Face Masks to Enhance Safeguard
  • 2022.08.15
  • Press Release

BFE and PFE of 30 Face Masks Reached ASTM Level 1 or Above 19 Models Fell Short of Filtration Claims 6 Exceeded EU Bioburden Limit Urging for Strengthened Regulation on Face Masks to Enhance Safeguard

As the COVID-19 pandemic has persisted for over 2 years, wearing a mask has become a daily anti-epidemic routine for the public under the new normal. The filtration efficacy, comfort level, design and even the colour are all key decision factors when consumers purchase face masks. After the 2 previous tests in 2017 and 2020, the Consumer Council once again tested 30 models of single-use coloured/patterned face masks on the market. According to the test results, the average Bacterial Filtration...

Test on 12 Cooking Blenders Revealed Disparate Performance 5 Found with Safety Risks Use with Caution
  • 2022.08.15
  • Press Release

Test on 12 Cooking Blenders Revealed Disparate Performance 5 Found with Safety Risks Use with Caution

To cope with their hectic lifestyle, Hong Kong people favour a more convenient and efficient cooking routine. As such, cooking blenders have become a handy kitchen appliance for many people as they could create a variety of delicious soup pastes and dishes by simply adding ingredients and selecting the preset cooking modes. In the Consumer Council’s test on the performance and safety of 12 cooking blender models on the market, it was revealed that both the blending and cooking performance...

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  • 2022.05.30
  • Shopping Guide

[Handwashing Cold Knowledge] Debunking 4 common handwashing myths

Myth 1 : Hand washes claimed with antibacterial functions are more effective at killing germs? Many people believe that antibacterial hand washes are more effective at killing bacteria and helping prevent the spread of diseases than regular hand...

  • 2022.04.25
  • Shopping Guide

Trivia Facts About Lithium-ion Batteries: 4Qs to Test Your Knowledge

Should you recharge only when the battery is totally flat? Answer: No. Some studies have found that a lithium-ion battery can last 50% longer if it is charged at 20% remaining capacity rather than when it is fully discharged. Also, you should try to...

  • 2022.03.18
  • Shopping Guide

Consumer Protection Tips for the Closure of Fitness Centres

Should I accept the offer to transfer my membership to another fitness centre as the current centre has been closed? Consumers should understand and consider the following from the fitness centre before deciding : Are there any additional charges...

Submission to Hong Kong Monetary Authority on Discussion Paper on e-HKD: A policy and design perspective
  • 2022.05.24
  • Advocacy

Submission to Hong Kong Monetary Authority on Discussion Paper on e-HKD: A policy and design perspective

The Consumer Council (the Council) is pleased to submit its views concerning the policy issues of introducing the retail central bank digital currency (rCBDC), i.e., e-HKD, as set out in a discussion paper (the Discussion Paper) issued by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA). The Council puts forward its point of views and suggestions regarding policy considerations from the aspects of consumer protection. Overview The Council welcomes the HKMA to invest efforts in researching the possibility...

Submission to the Travel Industry Authority’s Trade Consultation Document on the Implementation Details of the New Regulatory Regime of the Travel Industry
  • 2022.04.04
  • Advocacy

Submission to the Travel Industry Authority’s Trade Consultation Document on the Implementation Details of the New Regulatory Regime of the Travel Industry

The Consumer Council (the Council) is pleased to provide views on the consultation document on the implementation details of the n...

Submission to the Hong Kong Monetary Authority on Discussion Paper on Crypto-assets and Stablecoins
  • 2022.03.31
  • Advocacy

Submission to the Hong Kong Monetary Authority on Discussion Paper on Crypto-assets and Stablecoins

​​​​​ The Consumer Council (the Council) is pleased to submit its views concerning crypto-assets and stablecoins as set out in a discussion paper (the Discussion Paper) issued by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA). The Council elaborates below its point of views and suggestions for protection of consumer interests. Overview The Council in general welcomes the HKMA’s plan to set-up a new regulatory framework for payment-related stablecoins no later than 2023/24. Crypto-assets and...

Prepackaged shumai sample not in compliance with nutrition label rules
  • 2022.08.11
  • Consumer Alerts

Prepackaged shumai sample not in compliance with nutrition label rules

Product name: 京醍醐點心肉肉燒賣 Brand: 京醍醐點心 Place of origin: Japan Distributor: 一方食品亞洲有限公司 Quanility: 360g Best Before: 11/1/2023 Non-com...

Prepackaged Shanghai soup dumplings sample not in compliance with nutrition label rules
  • 2022.08.11
  • Consumer Alerts

Prepackaged Shanghai soup dumplings sample not in compliance with nutrition label rules

Product name: Shanghai Soup Dumplings Brand: 小廚神 Place of origin: China Distributor: Cheung Wo Food Supply Company Limited Weight:...

Prepackaged Malay sponge cake sample not in compliance with nutrition label rules
  • 2022.08.11
  • Consumer Alerts

Prepackaged Malay sponge cake sample not in compliance with nutrition label rules

Product name: Mini Malay Sponge Cake Brand: Chan Kee Dim Sum Place of origin: China Sole Distributor: Chan Kee Foods Limited Weight: 240g Use by: 27/6/2022 Non-compliant test parameters: Carbohydrates & Total Fat Detected content: Carbohydrates: 55g per 100g Total Fat: 4.5g per 100g Declared content: Carbohydrates: 74g per 100g Total Fat: 2.2g per 100g Sampling location: A supermarket in Prince Edward Remarks: The “use by date” of the affected batch is Jun 27, 2022, and the affected batch of...

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