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- 2024.01.15
Over Half Lipstick Models Detected with Both Mineral Oil Saturated Hydrocarbons (MOSH) and Allergy-causing Substances Manufacturers Urged to Make Stricter Choices in Raw Materials to Ensure Consumer Safety
Lipstick is a must-have cosmetic essential for many beauty lovers, but as lip cosmetics can easily be ingested, the safety level of ingredients cannot be ignored. The Consumer Council tested 30 models of lipsticks, lip tints or liquid lipsticks of...
- 2024.01.15
Performance of Electric Storage Water Heaters Vastly Varied Based on Capacity and Type Advocating for Upgrading Energy Efficiency Labelling Scheme to Cover Double-Tank Models
After a hard day’s work, many people enjoy having a hot shower to rinse off fatigue. When using an electric storage water heater, the heating speed, duration of continuous hot water supply, safety, power consumption, and price are the 5 major...
- 2024.01.15
Simulated Gambling Games Full of Tactics to Lure In-Game Purchases Tougher Regulation Urged to Steer Players Away from Addiction
Smartphones bring convenience to our daily life and mobile games are the on-the-go entertainment for many urbanites, with simulated gambling games such as slot machines, mahjong, and poker proving quite popular among players. On the surface,...
- 2024.01.15
Take Probiotics with Caution as Some Efficacy Unproven 25 Samples Not Clearly Labelled Introduce Regulation to Protect Consumer Health
Many consumers choose to take probiotic dietary supplements to promote intestinal health. There are many types of probiotic products on the market, with some claiming to be tailored for women or children. However, the Food and Drug Administration...
- 2023.12.28
Auto-fuel Pump Price Gap with Import Price Further Widens “Going Up More, Coming Down Less” Phenomenon Still Exists Expenditure on the Rise Despite Increased Walk-in Discounts Urging for Direct Price Reduction to Benefit Consumers
Hong Kong’s chart-topping auto-fuel retail price is among the most expensive in the world. Long concerned about the local auto-fuel price in Hong Kong and its impact on consumers, the Consumer Council has consistently monitored the situation. In...
- 2023.12.14
27 Sesame Products Detected with Various Contaminants Plasticiser Content of 4 Samples Exceeded Limits by up to 79 Times 1 Sample with Glycidol Detected Levels Over EU Limit Manufacturers Urged to Improve
Sesame seeds are high in nutritional value, including fatty acids that can protect cells, regulate metabolic function, and reduce bad cholesterol in blood; as well as protein, minerals, vitamins, and dietary fibre which help promote hair health,...
- 2023.12.14
All 30 Chinese Sausage Samples High in Fat, Sugar or Sodium 6 Samples Detected with Non-permitted Colouring Matters 2 Contained Plasticisers
Chinese sausage is an essential ingredient in many people’s favou...
- 2023.12.14
Choose Comprehensive Insurance Coverage for Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Cars Improvements Needed for “Unilateral Recognition” Insurance Product Information and Policy Transparency
The HKSAR Government implemented the “Northbound Travel for Hong Kong Vehicles” (“the Scheme”) in July, which not only introduces a new way for Hong Kong people to travel northwards on self-drive tours in Guangdong Province, but also...