Buyers beware of dangers lurking in alluring counterfeit goods

Counterfeit products usually bear the trademark of a legitimate, known and trusted brand. [iStockphoto]

We are back to that time of the year when our TV screens, radio pronouncements and advertising mediums are awash with jiggles and buyer's discounts as the holidays begin. It is a time when consumers want to spoil themselves by buying gifts for themselves and their loved ones.

At this time, consumers should be on high alert not to buy counterfeit goods as they are likely to expose themselves and their families to the health and safety risks of counterfeit products.