"Hidden Dangers in the Digital Mall: Consumer Watchdog Sounds Alarm on Unsafe Online Products. A shocking investigation by consumer group Choice has uncovered a disturbing trend of hazardous and potentially banned items being sold to Australians on popular online marketplaces such as eBay, Amazon, and AliExpress. The probe revealed a range of alarming products, including toy-like cigarette lighters, gel blasters, flick knives, and fake tongue studs, which pose a significant risk to public safety. Now, Choice is calling on the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to take swift action against the retailers and review the country's product safety laws to prevent further harm. Will the ACCC heed the warning and take decisive action to protect consumers?"
Consumer group makes ‘super’ complaint to ACCC after investigation found dangerous items on platforms such as eBay, Amazon and AliExpressGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastCigarette lighters that look like toys, gel blasters, flick knives and fake tongue studs are among the “frightening” number of unsafe and potentially banned products being sold to Australians on online marketplaces, a Choice investigation has found.After identifying the products, Choice on Wednesday formally asked the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to take action against the retailers and begin a review of the country’s product safety laws more generally. Continue reading...
