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Beauty chain Opatra investigated in Hong Kong over HK$60,000 fraud claim

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Hong Kong customs is investigating a complaint against the beauty chain Opatra London after a woman alleged she was defrauded of over HK$60,000 for products. The company, which markets itself as a hi-tech skincare brand founded in Britain, has temporarily suspended operations at its Sha Tin outlet. Opatra has a global presence with offices in Spain and Las Vegas, and its products are reportedly sold in numerous countries. AI

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Beauty chain Opatra investigated in Hong Kong over HK$60,000 fraud claim

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Danny Mok ·

    Customs steps in after woman claims beauty chain Opatra cheated her out of HK$60,000

    Hong Kong customs has said it is actively following up on a case involving a London‑based beauty chain after a woman complained that she was cheated into paying more than HK$60,000 (US$7,700) for products and raised concerns about the company’s sales practices. Opatra London’s ou…

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