Chinese Counterfeits Exceed Carcinogen Limits by 930 Times, Posing Global Health Risk

Chinese counterfeit products have been found to contain dangerously high levels of carcinogenic heavy metals
Chinese Counterfeits Exceed Carcinogen Limits by 930 Times, Posing Global Health Risk
File photo shows workers assembling dolls at a production line in Guangdong, China, on Sept. 4, 2007 Feng Li/Getty Images
Lisa Bian
Sean Tseng
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As consumers globally grapple with rising costs, Chinese online retailers like AliExpress and Pinduoduo’s international counterpart, Temu, are gaining traction with their ultra-low-priced offerings.

Their products are swiftly penetrating retail markets in countries such as the United States and South Korea. However, the allure of affordability is overshadowed by the significant health risks these cheap Chinese goods present.

Lisa Bian, B.Med.Sc., is a healthcare professional holding a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science. With a rich background, she has accrued over three years of hands-on experience as a Traditional Chinese Medicine physician. In addition to her clinical expertise, she serves as an accomplished writer based in Korea, providing valuable contributions to The Epoch Times. Her insightful pieces cover a range of topics, including integrative medicine, Korean society, culture, and international relations.
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