SHOPPING
Trade Descriptions Ordinance
Shop with Extra Peace of Mind! Trade Descriptions Ordinance has been amended to enhance consumer protection while shopping.

To enhance consumer protection while shopping, amendments have been made to the Trade Descriptions Ordinance from 2 March 2009 in Hong Kong. The amendments to the law are aimed at improving sales practices in the retail business, including:
1. making false representations regarding after-sale services and warranties for goods;
2. misleading price indication;
3. prices for five major types of electronic products (digital audio player, digital camcorder, digital camera, mobile phone and portable multimedia player) must indicate the basic accessories that are not included;
4. false or misleading representation regarding connection with and endorsement by another person

For more details, please call the Customs Hotline: +852 2815 7711.
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