New Taipei City Finds 66 Travel Items with Non-Compliant Labels in Summer Inspection

New Taipei City's Economic Development Bureau has identified labeling issues in nearly 21% of travel products inspected ahead of the summer vacation period. Out of 316 items checked across the city's 29 districts, 66 were found to have non-compliant labels.

The non-compliant items included popular travel goods such as luggage, tags, lanyards, and waist bags. The primary issue was the absence of required Chinese labeling, which serves as a crucial identifier for consumers. The bureau has mandated that these products be immediately removed from shelves and that businesses rectify the labeling within a specified timeframe.

Economic Development Bureau Director Sheng Hsiao-jung emphasized the importance of product labeling for consumer rights. She noted that shoppers often prioritize style and price over detailed product information. Sheng urged businesses to adhere to the "Commodity Labeling Act" and advised consumers to carefully check for complete labeling before making purchases. Failure to comply with the rectification order could result in fines ranging from NT$20,000 to NT$200,000, with potential public disclosure of non-compliant businesses.

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Product labeling is the ID card of a product. Consumers should pay attention to whether there is complete Chinese labeling when purchasing products to protect their rights and interests.