SHAH ALAM, Nov 11 — The Selangor Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) recorded RM11.4 million in seizures through continuous monitoring and enforcement action as of October.
Its director Muhamad Hanif Asa'ari said that over the same period, they also issued RM1.54 million in compounds involving 2,028 instant and regular compounds, and recorded RM826,686 in court fines.
"In addition, 107,233 premises were inspected across Selangor. Of that number, 2,239 case actions were recorded under various acts, comprising 1,878 instant and regular compound cases, and 361 seizure cases," he said in a statement today.
Hanif added that they also disposed of RM3.28 million worth of confiscated items, with smokeless tobacco products accounting for the largest share at RM2.63 million, followed by soap products bearing an invalid halal logo at RM213,750.
The haul also included products with unregistered trademarks and goods that did not comply with trade legislation.
"These achievements reflect KPDN Selangor's determination and continued commitment to strengthening law enforcement, addressing non-compliance in trade activities, and ensuring appropriate action is taken against those who breach legal provisions.
"Selangor KPDN urges the public to remain smart and discerning consumers by channelling any complaints or information on trade misconduct, the sale of counterfeit goods, price profiteering, and consumer law violations through KPDN's official channels," he said.
