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Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
In Seremban, company director claims trial to allegedly using fake Sirim stickers on 80 retreaded tyres
SEREMBAN, July 10 — A company and its director were charged today at the Sessions Court here for using fake Malaysian Institute of Standards and Industrial Research (Sirim) logo stickers on 80 retreaded tyres last February. Cerico Retread Sdn Bhd, represented by its director, Khoo Chai Kee, 65, (he), as the Person Under Summons (OKS), pleaded not guilty to the charge read before Judge Mohamad Kamil Nizam. According to the charge, Khoo, as the director, and Cerico Retread Sdn Bhd, were accused of making false representations by using Sirim MS 224:2005 logo stickers on 80 units of retreaded tyres of various brands and sizes for supply without Sirim's approval. The offence was allegedly committed at the company's premises in Taman Perindustrian Bukit Palong Lukut, Pekan Lukut, Port Dickson, at 4pm on February 13. The charge against Khoo was filed under Section 21 (b) of the Trade Descriptions Act 2011, which provides for a maximum fine of RM200,000 or imprisonment not exceeding three years or both, while for a second or subsequent offence, a maximum fine of RM500,000 or five years imprisonment or both, can be imposed, if convicted. The company was charged under Section 21 (a) of the same act, which provides for a fine not exceeding RM500,000 and for a second and subsequent offence, a maximum fine of RM1 million. The prosecution was handled by Deputy Public Prosecutor from the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living, Muhammad Hakiim Izani, while the accused was represented by lawyers Raswanti Nagaindren and Suwaathee Nakkeeran. Earlier, Muhammad Hakiim requested that Khoo be granted bail of RM20,000, with an additional condition that his passport be surrendered to the court until the trial concludes, while Raswanti requested that the bail amount be reduced due to the accused's age. The court then set bail at RM8,000 with one surety and ordered the passport of the accused be surrendered to the court. The court also set August 28 as the date for mention and submission of documents. — Bernama
New Straits Times
22-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
It's regulated: Ministry dismisses call to ban gold-plated products amid TikTok boom
KUALA LUMPUR: There is no need to ban the sale of gold-plated products as the sale of such items is regulated to protect consumers. Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry enforcement director-general Datuk Azman Adam said gold-plated products have been in the market for years, and their increasing popularity did not warrant a ban. Previously, the Malaysia Gold Association (MGA) called for the sale of "gold-wrapped" products to be banned amid their growing popularity on social media platforms like TikTok. Its president, Datuk Louis Ng, said that these items posed a risk to consumers, pawnbrokers, and the gold recycling industry as they could be mistaken for authentic gold. He said a thick layer of gold wrapping could make such items indistinguishable from genuine gold, especially to the untrained eye. Azman said the Trade Descriptions (Articles Made of Precious Metals) Regulations under the Trade Descriptions Act governed the sale of precious metals like gold, silver and platinum. "The aim (of the regulations) is to protect consumers from fraud and ensure transparency in the precious metals market," he told the New Straits Times. Azman said the regulations specified that jewellery coated with gold, silver or platinum must be described with the word "plated" when sold to customers. A company or individual in violation of the law faces a fine of up to RM25,000 or RM10,000, respectively. An individual can also be jailed for up to one year, or both, upon conviction. Action can be taken against traders who fail to comply with this requirement. However, to date, Azman said the ministry had not received any official complaints regarding the sale of gold-plated silver products or gold-like items. Precious metal sales highly regulated Azman said online traders were also subjected to the law, including the requirement to disclose product information under Schedule 3 of the Consumer Protection (Electronic Trade Transactions) Regulations. He added that the sale of precious metals was highly regulated against fraud. "Any person who uses false trade descriptions regarding the purity standards of precious metals may also be prosecuted under Regulation 8, Trade Descriptions (Articles Made of Precious Metals) Regulations. "They can also be charged under Section 5 read with Section 6(f) of the Trade Descriptions Act," he said. Under the Act, if the offender is a corporate body, it may be fined up to RM250,000 upon conviction. And for a second or subsequent offence, the fine may be increased to a maximum of RM500,000. If the offender is not a corporate body, he may be fined up to RM100,000 or face imprisonment for up to three years, or both. He added that businesses selling or supplying precious metals must provide a receipt detailing the item's specifications, as mandated under Regulation 9 at the time of supply. Azman also warned that traders using uncertified gold weighing scales or engaging in fraudulent weight measurements could be prosecuted under the Weights and Measures Act. Under Section 14(6) of the Act, any person who uses or possesses for trade purposes any weight, measure, or weighing or measuring instrument that has not been verified, stamped, certified or approved as required under this section commits an offence. Upon conviction, they may be fined up to RM40,000 or imprisoned for a term not exceeding three years, or both. The weight, measure or weighing or measuring instrument may be forfeited. The compoundable amount for this offence shall not exceed the maximum fine, which is RM40,000. "Among others, complaints related to misleading sales practices may also be investigated under Sections 9 and 10 of the Consumer Protection Act," he said. Under the Act, if the offender is a corporate body, it may be fined up to RM250,000, and for a second or subsequent offence, the fine may be increased to a maximum of RM500,000. If the offender is not a corporate body, he may be fined up to RM100,000 or face imprisonment for up to three years, or both. Meanwhile, Azman said consumers who felt cheated in a sales transaction could file a claim with the Tribunal for Consumer Claims Malaysia. He encouraged consumers to report any concerns by submitting complaints with full and accurate details through WhatsApp: 019-848 8000, 1-800-886-800 and Ez ADU KPDN Mobile App.
Barnama
30-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
JAKIM Collaborates With KPDN To Monitor Halal Certificate Holders
PUTRAJAYA, May 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (JAKIM), in collaboration with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), is actively working to monitor and enforce compliance among halal certificate holders nationwide, ensuring that businesses uphold halal standards according to established guidelines. JAKIM Director-General Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee said this was to ensure halal certificate holders comply fully with the conditions set under their certification. 'In terms of monitoring and enforcement, we at JAKIM are working closely with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) because the authority under the Trade Descriptions Act and the Trade Descriptions Order (Halal Definition) 2011 falls under itsr jurisdiction,' he told reporters after the JAKIM monthly assembly here today.
The Sun
30-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
JAKIM collaborates with KPDN to monitor halal certificate holders
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (JAKIM), in collaboration with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), is actively working to monitor and enforce compliance among halal certificate holders nationwide, ensuring that businesses uphold halal standards according to established guidelines. JAKIM Director-General Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee said this was to ensure halal certificate holders comply fully with the conditions set under their certification. 'In terms of monitoring and enforcement, we at JAKIM are working closely with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) because the authority under the Trade Descriptions Act and the Trade Descriptions Order (Halal Definition) 2011 falls under itsr jurisdiction,' he told reporters after the JAKIM monthly assembly here today. He said this when asked ton the withdrawal of the halal certificate issued to two hotels in Banda Hilir, Melaka, recently. The action was taken after they were found hosting 'alcohol parties' two weeks ago. Sirajuddin said JAKIM viewed the incident seriously and would never compromise with anyone in cases involving the misuse of halal certificates in the country. Regarding the issuance of halal certificates, he said JAKIM remains committed to continuously enhancing and streamlining the application and approval processes to ensure greater efficiency and benefit for all stakeholders. 'We are focused on improving and expediting the certificate issuance process so that it can better serve businesses and the public, while maintaining the integrity of our halal certification standards,' he said.
The Sun
30-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
JAKIM, KPDN tighten halal compliance and enforcement
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (JAKIM), in collaboration with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), is actively working to monitor and enforce compliance among halal certificate holders nationwide, ensuring that businesses uphold halal standards according to established guidelines. JAKIM Director-General Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee said this was to ensure halal certificate holders comply fully with the conditions set under their certification. 'In terms of monitoring and enforcement, we at JAKIM are working closely with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) because the authority under the Trade Descriptions Act and the Trade Descriptions Order (Halal Definition) 2011 falls under itsr jurisdiction,' he told reporters after the JAKIM monthly assembly here today. He said this when asked ton the withdrawal of the halal certificate issued to two hotels in Banda Hilir, Melaka, recently. The action was taken after they were found hosting 'alcohol parties' two weeks ago. Sirajuddin said JAKIM viewed the incident seriously and would never compromise with anyone in cases involving the misuse of halal certificates in the country. Regarding the issuance of halal certificates, he said JAKIM remains committed to continuously enhancing and streamlining the application and approval processes to ensure greater efficiency and benefit for all stakeholders. 'We are focused on improving and expediting the certificate issuance process so that it can better serve businesses and the public, while maintaining the integrity of our halal certification standards,' he said.
