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- 2011.06.15
Leaching of Contaminants Found in Melamine-ware - CHOICE # 416
Melamine-ware is nice-looking and durable but consumers are cautioned to use the tableware with care. In a test conducted by the Consumer Council, contaminants such as formaldehyde and melamine monomer were found leaching from the utensils. The...
- 2011.06.15
Market Survey on Digital Video Recorders - CHOICE # 416
A new array of digital video recorders has entered the marketplace replacing the traditional VHS-tape and DVD recorders. Their innovative recording features offer much convenience to consumers. In a market survey, the Consumer Council has covered 13...
- 2011.06.15
Medical Insurance Claim Disputes - CHOICE # 416
Consumers are urged to pay attention to the provisions and exclusions in small print which are equally important, if not more, in addition to the premium and scope of cover in the choice of medical insurance plan. Last year the Consumer Council...
- 2011.06.15
Price Comparison Reports - Yuen Long
The Consumer Council today (June 15) released its weekly price survey on a basket of 45 food and household items available at major supermarket chains and other retail outlets in Yuen Long. In the analysis were listed the top 10 products with the...
- 2011.06.15
Safety Test on Pressure Cookers - CHOICE # 416
The June issue of CHOICE releases results of the latest safety test on pressure cookers. The test covered a total of 9 samples that claimed to be suitable for use in gas stove, induction cooktops and ceramic glass electric cooktops. Their retail...
- 2011.06.08
Price Comparison Reports - Quarry Bay/Taikoo
The Consumer Council today (June 8) released its weekly price survey on a basket of 45 food and household items available at major supermarket chains and other retail outlets in Quarry Bay/Taikoo. In the analysis were listed the top 10 products with...
- 2011.06.01
Price Comparison Reports - Tseung Kwan O/Po Lam
The Consumer Council today (June 1) released its weekly price survey on a basket of 45 food and household items available at major supermarket chains and other retail outlets in Tseung Kwan O/Po Lam. In the analysis were listed the top 10 products...
- 2011.05.25
Price Comparison Reports - Tuen Mun West
The Consumer Council today (May 25) released its weekly price survey on a basket of 45 food and household items available at major supermarket chains and other retail outlets in Tuen Mun West - Leung King, Tai Hing. In the analysis were listed the...