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Consumer protection in Hong Kong

Consumer protection in Hong Kong
Hong Kong's Consumer Council is a watchdog focused on consumer rights and welfare.
A diner eats fresh oysters at a food court in Causeway Bay on February 14. Photo: Nora Tam
Centre for Food Safety (HK)

Editorial | Food poisoning cases in Hong Kong must prompt swift mitigation efforts

Amid the latest spate of illnesses, the city needs to adopt proactive and transparent strategies to ensure that customers can dine safely.

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Hong Kong watchdog finds fragrance allergens in Gucci, Bvlgari perfumes

Hong Kong

Unclear parking rates flagged after Hongkonger charged HK$1,210 for full day

Hong Kong society

Hongkonger denied refund despite HK$170,000 hair transplant ‘falling out’ in a year

Consumer Council warns against exaggerated claims of effectiveness after surge in complaints over scalp inflammation, artificial hair detachment.

Complaints related to hair transplant, hair growth, and hair and scalp care services reached 33, 19 and 13, respectively, between 2023 and 2025. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong

Spanish firm joins list of oyster suppliers linked to food poisoning cases

Centre for Food Safety reveals latest results of investigation into dozens of recent food poisoning cases.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong toddler suspected to have fallen ill from tainted milk formula

Authorities also order 390 cans of Aptamil Profutura milk formula from Germany be taken off shelves.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Editorial | Swift action on traffic accident scams in Hong Kong to be commended

Fraudulent claims over minor or non-existent traffic collisions should prompt drivers to remain alert on and off the road.

Traffic on Prince Edward Road in May 2025. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong recalls Aptamil baby milk formula batch over toxin contamination fears

Centre for Food Safety says a local retailer sold a small quantity of the formula batch suspected to contain cereulide.

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Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Valuable lessons to be learnt from U-turn on seat belt law in Hong Kong

The government and legislators must ensure the law can achieve its intended purpose of ensuring public safety before it is reintroduced.

Hong Kong society

Traces of toxin found in more Nestlé baby milk formula samples in Hong Kong

Some samples from batches recalled earlier tested positive for the toxin cereulide.

The Swiss food giant’s Hong Kong unit began recalling batches of milk formula products in early January. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong authorities find toxins in 4 batches of milk powder recalled by Nestlé

Centre for Food Safety says Swiss food giant has recalled 96,000 tins of products due to potential contamination caused by bacteria in ingredients.

Hong Kong’s Centre for Food Safety has found traces of toxins in four batches of baby milk powder recalled by Nestlé. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong

Mapping issues in 7 of 8 power bank rental platforms tested by Hong Kong watchdog

Consumer Council also finds significant variance in rental fees across different stations within the same platform.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong consumer watchdog urges better elderly services after 9,206 complaints

Complaints received over past three years include one from woman who spent HK$400,000 on beauty treatments, Consumer Council says.

Hong Kong society

Nestlé Hong Kong recalls another baby milk formula batch as tests get all clear

Swiss food giant has added a batch of formula with best-before date of June 16, 2027, to its recall list.

Nestlé is embroiled in a global scare over the potential contamination of certain batches of baby milk formula. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Toxins ruled out in cases of Hong Kong infants falling ill after having formula

Department of Health yet to determine if 14th report of unwell infant after eating potentially contaminated baby formula.

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Some stores in Hong Kong are offering customers refunds after Nestle announced a recall of 21 batches of potentially contaminated baby milk formula. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong pharmacies pull Nestle baby milk formula amid recall over toxin risk

Membership of a WhatsApp concern group set up by a few mothers balloons to more than 800 people within hours.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong consumer watchdog finds 1 in 4 face washes fall short on ingredients

Consumers urged to try a small portion on skin beforehand as a precaution when using cleansers that are highly acidic.

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Hong Kong

No love lost as complaints soar over Hong Kong dating services and apps

Consumer Council says figure highest in recent years, with one woman demanding HK$70,000 refund after numerous unsatisfactory matches.

The Hong Kong Consumer Council has received 88 complaints about matching services so far this year, up 47% year on year. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong travel agency probed for revealing closure day before it folded

M&F Lucky Holiday, which owes 1,500 customers about HK$1.7 million for cancelled tours, could be in breach of Travel Industry Ordinance.

Insurance

Hong Kong watchdog urges scrutiny of travel insurance terms amid claims disputes

Consumer Council says travellers should fully understand how policies define key terms and what activities are covered.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong driving schools slammed over opaque fees, insufficient training hours

Consumer watchdog says courses at 11 driving schools fell short of 30-hour training requirement, forcing students to buy extra lessons.

Hong Kong driving schools have been slammed by the consumer watchdog over opaque fees. Photo: SamTsang
Hong Kong society

Letters | Regulation of Hong Kong’s beauty industry cannot be skin deep

Readers discuss the need for stricter oversight of a fast-growing sector, the proper usage of the archaic ‘cum’, and Trump’s plan to cut the budget deficit.

While stricter rules are being introduced for clinic-based intrusive treatments, non-intrusive services such as body slimming and skin firming continue to thrive, often backed by celebrity endorsements. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong transport

Opinion | Hong Kong’s road safety laws must be enforced with clarity and care

Safety is non-negotiable, but for long-term adherence to the city’s new rules, people must feel supported rather than policed.

Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Editorial | Medical Council must handle all complaints fairly and promptly

The watchdog’s decision to throw out a case against a paediatrician following an 8-year delay is unfair to all parties involved.

Consumers

Hong Kong consumer watchdog urges caution over prepaid restaurant coupon schemes

Major restaurant chains using coupon promotions to boost business amid sluggish market, but Consumer Council warns risks remain.

Cafe de Coral are among the major restaurant chains offering discounted cash coupons to attract customers. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong transport

Editorial | Hong Kong’s tighter seat belt rules are welcome but more can be done

Greater public awareness is required as the city makes long-overdue amendments to road safety rules.

Police launch an undercover traffic law-enforcement operation in Kowloon East on October 24, issuing tickets to 31 passengers found not wearing seatbelts. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Editorial | Hong Kong’s licensing regime for clinics is just what the doctor ordered

The city’s licensing rules for clinics and certain beauty parlours will strengthen trust in private healthcare and hopefully improve patient safety.

Pets

Some pet toys in Hong Kong have chemicals that can cause allergies: watchdog

But Consumer Council says 97 per cent of tested dog toys comply with migration limits stipulated in European safety standard for children’s toys.

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