'Some tumblers have lower capacity than advertised'
[RTHK] - 01/15/2025
Some brands of tumblers and travel mugs have a lower capacity than is claimed, the Consumer Council said on Wednesday. The watchdog also found that plastic mugs are not as effective in keeping drinks hot or cold. The council tested 18 models of tumblers and travel mugs, which claimed a capacity (…)
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[South China Morning Post] - 19/01/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 19/01/2025
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[South China Morning Post] - 19/01/2025
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[RTHK] - 19/01/2025
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