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Hong Kong beauty industry fears proposed consumer protection rules

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Hong Kong's beauty industry is expressing concern over proposed amendments to the Trade Descriptions Ordinance, which aim to enhance consumer protection. While the sector generally supports measures like a seven-day cooling-off period and a 14-day refund window, specific proposals regarding administrative fee deductions for refunds are causing alarm. Industry representatives argue that the proposed caps on these deductions are too low and could lead to financial losses for businesses, particularly for installment payment plans. AI

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Hong Kong beauty industry fears proposed consumer protection rules

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Emily Hung ·

    Hong Kong beauty operators warn tighter rules may deal ‘blow to our trade’

    A Hong Kong government plan to tighten regulations on prepaid beauty and fitness contracts has sparked concern among operators, who warn that a rigid refund window and caps on administrative fees ignore operational realities. The government on Monday launched a two-month public c…

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