Hong Kong comments on the regulation of health food products

On June 5th, 2024, members of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong questioned the government's approach to regulating health food products.

Concerns were raised about potential risks from parallel imports despite assurances that such products hadn't been imported. Health Secretary Professor Lo Chung-mau highlighted the complex regulatory framework governing these products under various ordinances. The Department of Health reported on recent actions, including inspections and enforcement against unauthorized products.

With the rise of online and parallel imports, the government emphasized ongoing vigilance and proposed enhancing public education rather than immediate regulatory changes.

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