Media Statement: Importers of Clothing, Textile, Footwear, and Leather goods are urged to comply with the CPA or face the consequences

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) says the rate of non-compliance related to goods imported into the Republic remains a concern. Data from quarter three (October and December 2022) indicate that SARS (Customs Special Operations) intercepted Clothing, Textiles, Footwear and Leather goods (CTFL) with a customs value of R3 902 809. 50. The goods contravened the Consumer Protection Act (CPA).