Tianjin, Nanning, Shenyang, Chongqing, Chengdu, Wenzhou, Hangzhou, Shanghai and other regions announced: Investigation and punishment of companies involved

Emergency Notice.

On the evening of March 15, in response to the illegal activities exposed by the China Central Radio and Television Station’s “3.15” Gala, including “bleached chicken feet,” “universal miracle drug,” and “height enhancement marketing,” the State Administration for Market Regulation quickly activated the emergency response mechanism, deploying law enforcement actions. The investigation results will be promptly announced to the public.

Cities such as Tianjin, Nanning, Shenyang, Chongqing, Chengdu, Wenzhou, Hangzhou, and Shanghai also issued overnight notices regarding the situation and took action against involved companies.

Tianjin: Investigation and handling of the “Universal Miracle Drug” involved company

On the evening of March 15, the “3.15” Gala exposed issues related to Hao Lin (Tianjin) Biotechnology Co., Ltd.

Tianjin has established a joint investigation team composed of the Tianjin Drug Administration, Tianjin Health Commission, Tianjin Public Security Bureau, and Tianjin Market Supervision Administration to conduct investigations and enforce the law, resolutely cracking down on illegal activities and safeguarding the legitimate rights of the people.

Shenyang: Investigation of multiple companies involved in “private domain marketing scams targeting the elderly”

On the evening of March 15, the “3.15” Gala exposed issues involving Shengwei and Aoying companies in Shenyang related to private domain marketing scams targeting the elderly.

The Shenyang Market Supervision Bureau, together with relevant departments, formed a joint investigation team to conduct on-site investigations. Moving forward, they will handle the case strictly according to law and regulations, and the relevant information will be released to the public in a timely manner.

Chongqing: Filing investigation into “bleached chicken feet” companies

On the evening of March 15, the “3.15” Gala exposed Chongqing Zengqiao Food Co., Ltd. for illegally using hydrogen peroxide in the processing of chicken feet.

Chongqing Market Supervision Administration announced that enforcement officers from the Hechuan District Market Supervision Bureau have entered the company to continue in-depth investigations. Currently, the company has been filed for suspected illegal activities, and involved products have been seized. The company is also urged to recall the implicated products voluntarily.

Chengdu: Orders to cease production and business for three companies involved in foreign exosomes and related issues

On the evening of March 15, the “3.15” Gala exposed issues involving “bleached chicken feet” and “‘universal miracle drug’ exosomes,” involving Chengdu Shufu Xiang Food Co., Ltd., Mingyang Food Co., Ltd., and Jiebosair Biotechnology Co., Ltd.

Chengdu has established a joint investigation team to carry out enforcement actions, conducting comprehensive inspections of the involved companies. They have ordered them to cease production and business operations, and all related products and raw materials have been sealed. The investigation is ongoing.

Wenzhou and Hangzhou: Filing investigation into “height increase” scam companies

On the evening of March 15, the “3.15” Gala exposed scams related to “height increase.” Wenzhou and Hangzhou issued investigation notices for multiple involved companies.

Wenzhou issued investigation notices to several companies involved. Wenzhou’s De Jirui and other companies are suspected of false advertising related to “physical height increase for teenagers.” The Market Supervision Administration of Lucheng District, Wenzhou, along with relevant departments, conducted on-site enforcement investigations. Further actions will be taken based on the evidence collected, in accordance with law and regulations. Additionally, a special industry rectification campaign has been organized to protect consumers’ legitimate rights.

Hangzhou filed investigations into companies involved in the “height increase” scam. Hangzhou Anlishen Health Management Co., Ltd. is suspected of being involved in the scam. The Hangzhou High-tech Zone (Binjiang) Market Supervision Administration conducted on-site investigations and has filed a case against the company, collecting evidence for further verification. Future actions will be taken strictly according to law based on the investigation results.

Shanghai: On-site inspection of illegal electric bike rental companies such as Hello and others

On the evening of March 15, the “3.15” Gala exposed illegal activities by Shanghai Hello Puhui Technology Co., Ltd. and Bojingsi Network Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. in electric bike rentals.

The Shanghai Market Supervision Administration announced that the municipal and district market supervision departments immediately activated the emergency response mechanism, working with public security and transportation departments to conduct on-site inspections of the involved companies overnight. The investigation results will be announced to the public promptly. Moving forward, relevant departments will jointly carry out comprehensive rectification of illegal activities in the electric bike rental sector to maintain market order.

Zunyi: Seizure of companies involved in “stock recommendation profit-sharing” scams

On the evening of March 15, the “3.15” Gala exposed Zunyi Xinben Ke Information Consulting Co., Ltd. for conducting stock investment consulting under the guise of “stock recommendation and profit sharing,” suspected of illegal activities.

The Zunyi Municipal Government Information Office issued a notice stating that the company has been sealed off, and the company’s responsible persons and relevant personnel are under control. Evidence has been collected, and an in-depth investigation is underway. Further actions will be taken according to law and regulations based on the investigation results.

Meishan, Sichuan: Inspection and evidence collection of companies providing illegal hydrogen peroxide

In response to the issues reported by the “3.15” Gala regarding Sichuan Jinshan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. illegally supplying unlabeled hydrogen peroxide and violating hazardous chemical management regulations, the Meishan Market Supervision Bureau stated that it has jointly conducted inspections and evidence collection with relevant departments. Further actions will be taken strictly according to law based on the investigation findings.

Compiled from: CCTV News

(Edited by: Wen Jing)

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