Bostik Philippines, the nation鈥檚 leading elastomeric sealant manufacturer, has facilitated the closure of at least 240 online stores caught selling counterfeit Super Vulcaseal products.
The crackdown, carried out in coordination with e-commerce platforms, came following reports of unauthorized sellers peddling fake versions of the popular sealant brand.
The operation is part of Bostik鈥檚 commitment to consumer safety and brand integrity, ensuring that Filipino DIYers and professionals receive the high-performance quality they have trusted for decades.
鈥淎t Bostik Philippines, we take the safety of our consumers seriously just as much as we safeguard our brand. Our goal is to clean up marketplaces, both physical and virtual, of counterfeit products exploiting our brand name,鈥 said Fides Kasman, Director of Market Development at Bostik Philippines.
Counterfeit sealants often聽fail to聽meet basic industry standards, leading to chemical instability, poor adhesion, and property damage聽in the long run.
鈥淚n any repair, the quality and authenticity of materials spells the difference between a successful fix and a disastrous do-over,鈥 Kasman said. 鈥淟et鈥檚 be vigilant against fake sealants using our brand name. Using unverified products not only compromises repairs but can also lead to higher repair costs.鈥
To make sure they are getting authentic products, Bostik Philippines advised consumers to purchase Super Vulcaseal and other Bostik products only in reputable hardware stores and official flagship stores in e-commerce sites.
Buyers should also note the quality of the product they聽purchase. Authentic Super聽Vulcaseal聽is known for its distinct smell, consistency, and durability. If the product feels unusually runny or聽fails to聽set, it may be a fake.
Consumers must also be wary of products that appear cheaper than authentic ones, as counterfeiters often lure buyers with big discounts.
Lastly, they should also check product packaging for red flags, including blurred printing, inconsistent logos, or missing batch numbers and聽expiration聽dates.
Bostik proactively monitors online and physical marketplaces to protect its consumers. The company encourages the public to report any suspicious products or listings they encounter.
鈥淭his is just one salvo of our ongoing campaign. We are sweeping online platforms to find more sellers listing counterfeit Bostik products. To anyone planning to dupe consumers with fakes, our message is clear: we are hunting you down,鈥 said Kasman.
Information on counterfeit products may be reported via Bostik Philippines鈥 hotline number (02) 7900-5656 and email address聽[email protected].
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