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- 2022.06.15
15 Beddings Showed Outstanding Anti-mites Performance but Mediocre Antibacterial Efficacy Discrepancy Between Actual and Claimed Materials and Thread Count Possibly Misleading for Consumers
As most people spend a third of their day sleeping, bed sheets with antibacterial and anti-mites efficacies as well as a soft texture could help enhance sleep quality. The Consumer Council tested 15 models of bed sheets and mattress protectors with...
- 2022.06.15
Accuracy of Pulse Oximeters Affected by Multiple Factors Strengthen Medical Device Regulations to Safeguard Consumer Rights
In response to the onslaught of the fifth wave of COVID-19 and the soaring number of confirmed cases, many patients are required to self-quarantine at home. Some patients may purchase their own fingertip pulse oximeter to monitor their blood oxygen...
- 2022.06.15
Healthy Meals Not Universal Weight Loss Remedy Beware of Discrepancy Between Actual and Claimed Nutrient Content Examine Ordering Fees and Delivery Terms Carefully
Many people pursuing a healthy physique are willing to spend money ordering healthy meals with muscle gain, weight loss, or slimming claims. Some service providers seized the business opportunity and market their healthy meals claiming the used...
- 2022.06.15
Poor Quality of Defects Rectification Works for New Properties Led to Prolonged Follow-up Developers Urged to Improve Quality and Services to Avoid Disputes
Property prices are consistently high in Hong Kong and it is a lifetime investment for many to buy their own properties. First-hand residential properties are a top choice for many consumers as they are mostly equipped with new facilities with...
- 2022.06.15
Wheat Bread Found with a Higher Overall Nutrient Content than White Bread in Test on 28 Samples Be Mindful of Sodium Content Nutrition Labels of Almost Half Samples Incompliant with Guidance
Prepackaged sandwich bread is an essential ingredient for tasty homemade sandwiches or toast. The Consumer Council’s test on 28 samples of prepackaged white bread and wheat bread revealed that although none of the samples reached “high-sodium”,...
- 2022.06.01
Launch of the Consumer Council’s WeChat Official Account Aims to Be a “Handy Consumption Encyclopedia” for Consumers
This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administration Region (HKSAR), representing a milestone in the development of Hong Kong and an opportune moment for new ventures. As a statutory body for consumer...
- 2022.05.16
3 Sausage Samples Detected with Metabolite of Veterinary Drug Banned in Mainland, EU and USA Close to 90% High in Sodium and 50% High in Fat Consume with Caution
Sausages, as a type of processed meat, are widely known to be a high-sodium and/or high-fat food, yet they remain highly popular for breakfast and lunch, and even for barbecues, hot pots and parties as they are tasty, versatile and easy to cook. To...
- 2022.05.16
Baby Snacks are “Sugar Coated Traps” Conducive to a Sweet Tooth 30% Found to Contain Added Salt Not Suitable for Children Under the Age of 1
Appropriate snacks provided between meals could allow babies and toddlers to replenish energy and nutrition, and stay hydrated. Yet, the addition of salt and sugar to foods for infants and young children has been an international concern. For...