New Trade Descriptions Act 2011

01-12-2011

Chew Kherk Ying and Esther Low

The Trade Descriptions Act 2011 was passed by the Malaysian parliament and published on August 18, 2011.

The Trade Descriptions Act 2011 (TDA 2011) was passed by the Malaysian parliament and published on August 18, 2011.

It is presently anticipated to come into force in January 2012 and repeals the old Trade Descriptions Act 1972 (TDA 1972). The TDA 2011, like its predecessor, aims to promote good trade practices in the market. However, the TDA 2011 is now much wider in scope—some key amendments are highlighted below.

Trade Descriptions Order


TRA, MDTCC

WIPR