Involving "bleached chicken feet," "miracle cure," and other issues, Tianjin, Chengdu, Shanghai and other cities issued notices overnight

On the evening of March 15, in response to the illegal activities exposed during the CCTV “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, deployed law enforcement actions, and will promptly disclose the investigation results to the public.

Cities such as Tianjin, Nanning, Shenyang, Chongqing, Chengdu, Wenzhou, Hangzhou, and Shanghai also issued overnight notices, conducting investigations on the involved companies.

Tianjin: Investigate and handle the company involved in the “Universal Miracle Drug”

On the evening of March 15, the CCTV “3.15” Gala exposed issues related to Tianjin Haolin 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 enforcement actions, resolutely crack down on illegal activities, and effectively protect the legitimate rights and interests of the people.

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

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

A joint investigation team has been formed to conduct on-site investigations. Moving forward, authorities will investigate and handle the cases strictly according to laws and regulations, and will promptly disclose relevant information to the public.

Chongqing: File a case against “bleached chicken feet” companies

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

A case has been filed against the company for suspected illegal activities, products involved have been seized, and the company has been urged to recall the implicated products voluntarily.

Chengdu: Order three companies involved in extracellular vesicle issues to cease production and operations

On the evening of March 15, the CCTV “3.15” Gala exposed issues related to “bleached chicken feet” and “‘universal miracle drug’ extracellular vesicles,” 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, conduct comprehensive inspections of the involved companies, and has ordered them to stop production and operations. All related products and raw materials have been sealed. The investigation is ongoing. (Details>>)

Wenzhou and Hangzhou: File cases against companies involved in “height increase” scams

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

Wenzhou’s “Dejiru” 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 evidence collected, in accordance with laws and regulations. Additionally, industry-specific rectification measures are being organized to protect consumers’ legitimate rights.

Hangzhou has filed a case against companies involved in height increase scams. Hangzhou Anlishen Health Management Co., Ltd. is suspected of engaging in height increase scams. The Hangzhou High-tech (Rights Protection) Zone (Binjiang) Market Supervision Administration has conducted on-site investigations, filed a case, and is collecting evidence. Further actions will be taken according to the investigation results, in accordance with laws and regulations.

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

On the evening of March 15, the CCTV “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 Municipal Market Supervision Administration issued a notice stating that market regulators at the city and district levels immediately activated the emergency response mechanism, working with police and transportation departments to conduct on-site inspections of the involved companies overnight. The investigation and handling results will be promptly disclosed to the public. Moving forward, relevant departments will jointly carry out comprehensive rectification of illegal activities in the electric bike rental sector to maintain market order.

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

On the evening of March 15, the CCTV “3.15” Gala exposed Zunyi Xinben Ke Information Consulting Co., Ltd. for engaging in stock investment consulting under the guise of “stock tips 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 its responsible persons and related personnel are under control. Evidence materials are being collected. The investigation is ongoing, and further actions will be taken in accordance with laws and regulations based on the findings.