New Taipei Mayor Vows Protection for Consumers Amid Carcinogenic Oil Scandal

New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih has pledged that the city government will safeguard consumer rights amidst a growing scandal involving carcinogenic cooking oil produced by Zhonglian Oil.

The city has established a special task force to investigate the issue and has mandated the immediate removal of all suspect oil products from store shelves. Mayor Hou emphasized the city's swift action, stating, "Not a single drop of oil with doubts can remain." He confirmed that all affected products have been taken off the market and publicly listed.

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Not a single drop of oil with doubts can remain.

Addressing concerns about potential collective lawsuits and compensation for victims, Hou stated that the New Taipei City government is actively cooperating with the Consumer Protection Fund. "If any victims report to the New Taipei City government, the city government will protect the rights of all consumers," he assured.

The scandal has expanded as the Food and Drug Administration continues to update its list of downstream manufacturers, revealing a growing number of affected businesses. However, reports indicate that a significant portion of the contaminated oil has already been consumed by the public, highlighting the urgency of the government's protective measures.

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If any victims report to the New Taipei City government, the city government will protect the rights of all consumers.