Consumers should be cautious when buying battery-operated toy lanterns as some of them contain small parts which may pose hazards to children, Acting Chief Executive of Consumer Council Connie Lau says.

Speaking on a radio programme today, Ms Lau said the Consumer Council has received more complaints about battery-operated toy lanterns as the Mid-Autumn Festival approached.

Overheated and small parts, including the batteries, that can be removed easily are common problems found on these low-quality lanterns, she said.

As most of the lanterns have not clearly stated the producer's names, it is difficult for the Government to carry out prosecution.

She urged the Government to step up enforcement to protect consumers.

Beware of high-sugar mooncakes

Ms Lau said tests in the past have found that some mooncakes which claimed to have contained low amounts of sugar in fact have a higher sugar level than those without such claims.

She advised consumers to be careful when buying mooncakes as there is no law governing their claims.