Customs had received information alleging fruit retailers had sold a type of golden peach suspected of having a false origin claim with a price tag bearing a Japanese golden peach marking. Further investigations revealed that the retail price of the fruit was much lower than that imported from Japan.
Customs officers conducted test-buy operations on August 24 and 27 at two fruit retailers in Ma On Shan and Mong Kok respectively where the golden peaches with suspected false claim of origin were seized. Two male shop owners and a third, female salesperson were arrested. Investigations are ongoing, inspections will continue.
An article on 7thspace.com reminds traders to comply with the requirements of the Trade Descriptions Ordinance. False or misleading claims on origin of goods may constitute an offence under the TDO.
