Many used items are great, but regulatory agency says buyers should watch out for damage, recalls and bans
With garage sale season in full swing and online marketplaces more popular than ever, Health Canada is telling buyers to do some research before purchasing certain items secondhand.
The three things Lee said buyers need to check for are an item's condition, whether it has any recalls and if it is banned in Canada. Other items like car seats are usually required to display an expiry date, which can be easily checked for.
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