Core Viewpoint - The rise of "opened bottle" and "opened cap" liquor products is linked to aggressive promotional strategies by e-commerce platforms during the "Double 11" shopping festival, leading to consumer confusion and potential risks associated with these products [1][10]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - E-commerce platforms are experiencing a surge in consumer activity due to promotional events, with various merchants employing creative strategies to attract buyers [1]. - The price difference between opened and unopened liquor products is significant, with some merchants selling opened cap liquor at prices much lower than official retail prices, creating a competitive edge [3][9]. Group 2: Regulatory and Safety Concerns - Guizhou Xijiu has announced it will no longer provide inspection or after-sales services for opened bottle and opened cap products, indicating a shift in responsibility for product quality [3][10]. - The proliferation of opened bottle and opened cap products poses risks to both consumers and brands, including potential quality issues and the undermining of brand integrity [10][11]. Group 3: Consumer Behavior and Risks - Consumers are often drawn to the lower prices of opened bottle products, but they may unknowingly purchase inferior or counterfeit products, leading to potential health risks [10][11]. - The lack of proper labeling and traceability for opened products complicates consumer rights and increases the difficulty of seeking redress in case of issues [10][11]. Group 4: Industry Practices - The emergence of opened bottle products is partly driven by liquor companies' promotional policies that incentivize the opening of bottles for rewards, which has inadvertently led to the rise of these non-compliant products [7][9]. - Some merchants are utilizing "no damage opening" techniques to sell opened products while maintaining the appearance of new items, further blurring the lines of compliance [6][8].

Core Viewpoint - The rise of "open bottle" and "open cap" liquor products during the "Double Eleven" shopping festival has led to various consumer issues, prompting Guizhou Xijiu to issue a statement denying responsibility for the quality of these products [1][16]. Group 1: Company Actions - Guizhou Xijiu announced it will no longer provide inspection and after-sales services for open bottle, open cap, and bare bottle products, thus not assuming quality guarantee responsibilities [1][3]. - The company defined open bottle and open cap products as those with damaged original packaging or opened caps, while bare bottles refer to products sold without their original packaging [3][16]. Group 2: Market Dynamics - Despite the company's statement, many merchants continue to sell low-priced open cap Xijiu products, with significant price discrepancies observed; for instance, a six-bottle pack of 53-degree 500ml Xijiu was priced at 379 yuan, while the official store listed it at 590 yuan, a difference of over 200 yuan [3][12]. - The proliferation of open bottle and open cap products is linked to liquor companies' "open bottle scan" red envelope policies, which incentivize consumers and distributors to increase sales through cash and points rewards [13][14]. Group 3: Consumer Risks - The existence of open bottle and open cap products raises concerns for both consumers and liquor companies, as these products can disrupt pricing systems, lead to price wars, and damage brand reputation due to potential quality issues [16][17]. - Consumers may mistakenly believe they are getting a bargain, but they risk purchasing inferior or counterfeit products, as the exposure to air can lead to spoilage, and the lack of traceability complicates accountability in case of issues [16][17].