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Brazil: Procon launches complaints website for online shoppers

21 Oct 2010

From today, consumers in Sao Paulo may raise their complaints and requests online.


Consumers who have problems with purchases made over the Internet will be able to lodge complaints online.

Procon-SP has launched  this electronic service for consumers in Sao Paulo who make online purchases to protect their rights. According to the organisation, it is expected that the service be extended to all claims involving any avenue of purchase.

A claim may be made directly on the Procon-SP wesbite. The new method, created exclusively for those who shop online, is available at www.procon.sp.gov.br


Steps to resolution

After examining a complaint, staff at Procon-SP then send a message to the consumer, explaining his or her rights, and possibly sending other documents and data.

Businesses will be informed of applicants' complaints through a Preliminary Information Letter (CIP), sent electronically.

If no resolution is found for the claim at this preliminary stage, an administrative process is set up and the demand follows traditional patterns (conciliation hearings).

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