Even though Republic Act No. 11967 (the Internet Transactions Act) took full effect on June 20, e-commerce and social media platforms are still inundated with listings for mercury-contaminated imported skin lighteners, including those already flagged by health regulators and advocacy groups.
Tag: Republic Act No. 11967
EcoWaste Coalition tags 1,146 online listings for Mercury and Mercury-added products
The environmental health and justice group EcoWaste Coalition urged government regulators to stop the uncontrolled online trade of mercury and mercury-added products by actively enforcing Republic Act No. 11967, or the Internet Transactions Act, and imposing the consequent fines and penalties against violators.