Fake cigarettes and toys that are ‘essentially weapons’: Choice refers online retailers to regulator over unsafe products
Consumer advocacy group Choice has filed a formal complaint with the ACCC regarding the sale of dangerous and illegal products on major online marketplaces. The investigation highlights items like fake cigarettes and toy-like weapons being sold to Australian consumers.
Why it matters
This highlights the growing regulatory challenges of ensuring product safety and consumer protection in the era of global e-commerce.
Choice bought items including prop cigarettes and lighters shaped like children's toys from online marketplaces including eBay, Amazon and AliExpress. Photograph: supplied View image in fullscreen Choice bought items including prop cigarettes and lighters shaped like children's toys from online marketplaces including eBay, Amazon and AliExpress. Photograph: supplied Consumer affairs Fake cigarettes and toys that are ‘essentially weapons’: Choice refers online retailers to regulator over unsafe products Consumer group makes ‘super’ complaint to ACCC after investigation found dangerous items on platforms such as eBay, Amazon and AliExpress
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