National Focus

Con Cung’s mislabeling acts cope with administrative fines after inspection

By Minh Anh August 19, 2018 | 07:10 AM GMT+7

According to Ministry of Industry and Trade’s working group, Con Cung complied with the law of protecting the interests of consumers, goods’ quality and origin tracking but the well-known retail store chain of mother and baby products violated regulations on goods labeling, promotion and e-commerce.

Ministry of Industry and Trade’s Market Surveillance Agency recently came to conclusion after inspection process on Con Cung's law enforcement in production and trading of goods, commercial services, competition and protection of consumers' interests.

Based on the results of inspection on 75 samples of products, goods and consumer protection activities, Con Cung was concluded to comply with the law of protecting the interests of consumers, goods' quality and origin tracking.

The import dossier of this company was in accordance with the law on procedures for import goods.

However, there are still some acts that the company fails to comply with the prevailing laws. The well-known retail store chain of mother and baby products violated regulations on goods labeling, promotion and e-commerce.

For administrative violations, the Ministry of Industry and Trade directed the Market Surveillance Department and Market Surveillance Branch to take actions based on the provisions of law.

For mislabeling products, Con Cung was asked to make it right before putting it in trade.

Last month, the retail store chain Con Cung in Ho Chi Minh City was examined due to the requirements of the Ministry of Industry and Trade’s Market Surveillance Agency due to customer complaints about the label.

After inspection process, the working group found that Con Cung's products had violated regulations on goods labeling and origin tracking. In addition to the clothing, its cosmetic products were found to have signs of tampering.

Founded in 2011, Con Cung has specialized in distributing children's products such as clothing, food, milk, diapers or toys which are sold through Con Cung and Toy City retail chain.

Con Cung gives explanation for its mislabeling scandal

Con Cung gives explanation for its mislabeling scandal

National Focus -  6 year
The well-known retail store chain of mother and baby products namely Con Cung in response to mislabeling allegations has affirmed that its products sold in its system is genuine, have clear origin as well as invoices in accordance with prevailing laws.
Con Cung gives explanation for its mislabeling scandal

Con Cung gives explanation for its mislabeling scandal

National Focus -  6 year
The well-known retail store chain of mother and baby products namely Con Cung in response to mislabeling allegations has affirmed that its products sold in its system is genuine, have clear origin as well as invoices in accordance with prevailing laws.
CEO Group chairman unveils guide to Vietnam real estate for foreigners

CEO Group chairman unveils guide to Vietnam real estate for foreigners

National Focus -  1 week

Doan Van Binh, Chairman of CEO Group and Vice President of the Vietnam National Real Estate Association, introduced his latest book, “Vietnam Real Estate for Foreigners,” at a launch event in Hanoi on Friday.

Women leading the charge in Vietnam's green transition

Women leading the charge in Vietnam's green transition

National Focus -  1 month

Acting for increased women’s participation and leadership in climate action, Vietnam can accelerate a transition that is more inclusive, just, and impactful.

Steam for girls: A journey of passionate and creative girls

Steam for girls: A journey of passionate and creative girls

National Focus -  1 month

The "Steam for girls 2024" competition provides a creative platform for Steam and an opportunity for students to connect with peers from various regions within Vietnam and internationally.

Politburo backs North-South high-speed railway proposal

Politburo backs North-South high-speed railway proposal

National Focus -  2 month

The Politburo on Wednesday supported a plan to invest in a high-speed railway along the country’s North-South axis, marking a crucial step for the multi-billion-dollar project aimed at boosting economic growth and infrastructure development.

Ho Chi Minh City inaugurates Japan-funded wastewater treatment plant

Ho Chi Minh City inaugurates Japan-funded wastewater treatment plant

National Focus -  2 month

Ho Chi Minh City has inaugurated the expanded Binh Hung wastewater treatment plant, now the largest facility of its kind in Vietnam.

Electric vehicle market faces growth hurdles

Electric vehicle market faces growth hurdles

National Focus -  2 month

Vietnam's electric vehicle market, holding just 15 per cent of the automotive market share, shows promise but faces significant challenges in scaling up due to infrastructure and regulatory obstacles.