With the aim of promoting responsible practices, preventing fraud, and ensuring that consumers have key information when purchasing food, gifts, or making online purchases, the Municipality of Concordia provides a series of recommendations for year-end shopping.
The main idea is to offer solutions while still enjoying gatherings and celebrations, trying to make safe purchases and taking care of every resident's budget.
Regarding food products, it is recommended to verify the expiration date, the condition of the packaging, and to purchase them only in authorized establishments. Likewise, the importance of requesting a receipt or invoice to support any potential claim is reminded.
In the case of gifts, especially toys, the Directorate of Citizen Attention and Consumer Protection highlights the need to verify that they have the Argentine Safety Seal, that they are appropriate for the child's age, and that they include information on warranties and exchange policies.
Regarding online purchases, it is advised to verify that the site is secure—with the padlock icon and the “https” acronym—, to avoid sharing passwords or verification codes, and to keep all digital receipts. The validity of the “Right of Withdrawal Button,” which allows canceling the transaction within ten calendar days from the purchase, is also reminded.
Finally, it is recommended to plan a budget and compare prices before making any acquisition, to avoid impulsive spending or deceptive commercial practices.
For inquiries or claims, the community can visit the Municipal Consumer Protection office in person located at 101 San Lorenzo (O) street, from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM, or call the toll-free number 105. They can also do so through the Single Federal Window.
The main idea is to offer solutions while still enjoying gatherings and celebrations, trying to make safe purchases and taking care of every resident's budget.
Regarding food products, it is recommended to verify the expiration date, the condition of the packaging, and to purchase them only in authorized establishments. Likewise, the importance of requesting a receipt or invoice to support any potential claim is reminded.
In the case of gifts, especially toys, the Directorate of Citizen Attention and Consumer Protection highlights the need to verify that they have the Argentine Safety Seal, that they are appropriate for the child's age, and that they include information on warranties and exchange policies.
Regarding online purchases, it is advised to verify that the site is secure—with the padlock icon and the “https” acronym—, to avoid sharing passwords or verification codes, and to keep all digital receipts. The validity of the “Right of Withdrawal Button,” which allows canceling the transaction within ten calendar days from the purchase, is also reminded.
Finally, it is recommended to plan a budget and compare prices before making any acquisition, to avoid impulsive spending or deceptive commercial practices.
For inquiries or claims, the community can visit the Municipal Consumer Protection office in person located at 101 San Lorenzo (O) street, from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM, or call the toll-free number 105. They can also do so through the Single Federal Window.