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- 2020.12.15
Numerous Blunders of Online Grocery Shopping Services Require Prompt Improvement Risks Associated with Delivery of Fresh and Frozen Food Not to Be Ignored
With the increasing popularity and prevalence of online grocery s...
- 2020.12.15
Over 55% Cake Samples Found to be High in Sugar or Fat Food Producers Urged for Improvements to Safeguard Consumers’ Health
Being both delicious and visually appealing, cakes have become a celebration food as well as a favourite everyday dessert for many. Their popularity is marked by the vast selection available on the market. However, consumers need to be aware of the...
- 2020.12.15
Tax Loan Interest Rates Varied Vastly Assess Needs and Repayment Ability Before Borrowing Especially to Invest or Repay Debts
The imminent year end coupled with the COVID-19 pandemic means a more acute tax headache for many people. During the tax season, banks offer various tax loan plans to attract customers with offers like “Handling Fee Waiver”, “Cash Rebate” and...
- 2020.11.16
18 Washing Machine Models Varied in Cleaning Performance Saving Water and Electricity Cannot be a Dual Win
The Consumer Council tested 18 washing machine models of 3 different types, namely front-loading type (commonly referred as “Big Eyes”), top-loading impeller type (commonly referred as “Japanese type”), and European top-loading type. The...
- 2020.11.16
Mycotoxins, Pesticides or Various Foreign Matter Detected in 35 Samples of Dried Pasta Manufacturers Should Strengthen Production Process for Better Product Hygiene and Safety
With a vast variety of recipes and a relatively long shelf life, pasta earns its popularity amongst the staple foods. The Consumer Council has tested 35 samples of dried pasta and found that 65% (23 samples) contained mycotoxin deoxynivalenol, with 2...
- 2020.11.16
Requirements for Opening Offshore or Mainland China Bank Accounts Vary 6 Smart Tips to Help Mitigate Risks
Whether it is for studying abroad, buying overseas properties, investment immigration or using e-payment services in the mainland China, consumers need to open an offshore/mainland China bank account to manage their funds flexibly. While consumers...
- 2020.11.16
Survey Found Home Renovation Quotations Generally Vague Industry Urged to Improve Quotation Quality to Avoid Disputes
Home renovation, be it a complete overhaul or just partial decoration, mostly incurs a substantial amount of money. However, consumers generally do not have much experience in evaluating the jobs required and the quotation. In case they are not...
- 2020.11.04
The Consumer Rights Reporting Awards Reached its 20th Anniversary Milestone Over 3,000 Entries in Advocacy of Consumer Rights
The Consumer Rights Reporting Awards (CRRA), now has reached its ...