Illicit trade is one of the biggest threats to economic order and growth in South Africa.
This threat affects various industries which include but is not limited to Alcohol, Cigarettes, pharmaceuticals, food and Apparel. Illicit Trade and counterfeiting of goods robs the fiscus of taxes and in so doing impairs the government ability to serve the citizens of South Africa effectively. Counterfeit food also poses a health risk to the consumer as the contents of these products are unknown and not verified.
In efforts to stop illicit trade, the consumer goods council of South Africa launched a toll-free hotline which the public can use to anonymously report information related to illicit trade and the counterfeiting of products such as alcohol, cigarettes, food, pharmaceuticals and clothing.
The purpose of reporting this information is to assist law enforcement mitigate and addressing the threat.
Calls to the hotline number 0800 014 856, is free and anonymous.
Information shared will be treated in confidence.
Should you not be able to call the hotline, then you can send an e-mail to: reportillicit@cgcsa.co.za
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