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08.10.2015
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They are illegal
Pirated products unsafe Photo: File The Globe
The sale of illegal products (counterfeit, pirated, smuggled and others) is a general fact that must be fought by society and authorities. The purchase of illegal origin of products represents a threat. In addition to not complying with the Brazilian technical standards, have no warranty and may affect the health and safety of
Quality
Illegal products have technical irregularities and have quality assurance. They can be particularly troublesome for those who purchase or use.
Crime financing
Who is buying or using these products sponsors the crime; It encourages illegality and puts their health and safety at risk.
Unfair rivalry
The main collective consequences of buying pirated products are stimulus or growth of organized crime; social works lose significant investments due to tax evasion; unfair competition with companies that respect the law, causing bankruptcies and unemployment; and damage to the environment by the non-observance of rules aimed at their preservation.
Beware of toys
Illegal toys are not tested. Can cause accidents, it is common presenting pieces that break off easily and toxic substances such as lead, which when present in paint coloring the toy can infect children. If ingested, it is never eliminated from the body.
Cell: potential risk
False devices can cause serious damage to the consumer, such as the explosion of the battery while using the device or at the time they are loaded.
CDs and DVDs
The consumer who buys media (CDs and DVDs) fake encourages an illegal activity that causes numerous damages to the entertainment industry and the whole society, as it violates the copyright, evaded taxes, finances other crimes, among other consequences sometimes difficult to be understood, but very harmful.
Electronics and computers
Illegal products do not meet the technical quality requirements, ie they are not adapted to Brazilian standards, making it difficult or prevent the use and affects durability. Also have no warranty or technical assistance. Pose a risk to consumer safety and health, since they are not tested. If the packaging there is the word "refurbished" or "remanufactured" are used goods, whose sale is prohibited in Brazil.
Glasses
Illegal products have lenses that do not receive adequate treatment, leaving the eyes even more exposed to sunlight, which can cause damage to the eyeball, and increase the chances of developing diseases such as inflammation, cataracts and retinal detachment. Small details like burrs on the frame, logos failed, very tough stems or wobbly, lenses with different colors, are evidence of counterfeit products.
Tennis
Pirate Tennis can be cheaper, but has low durability and strength, requiring a new purchase soon. Can cause damage to health and does not represent real financial advantage.
Source: The Globe
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