Core Viewpoint - The detection of cadmium in "Qianhe 0" soy sauce has raised significant public concern, highlighting potential consumer confusion regarding the product's labeling and safety standards [1][4][10]. Group 1: Product Testing Results - A recent test of 13 soy sauce products claiming to be "zero additives" revealed that 12 of them contained cadmium, with 7 also showing total arsenic [1]. - Specifically, "Qianhe Yucang Benniang 380 Days Soy Sauce" was found to contain 0.0110 mg/kg of cadmium [2][3]. Group 2: Consumer Reactions - Following the test results, the topic trended on social media, with many consumers expressing feelings of being misled about the "zero additives" claim [1][3]. Group 3: Company Response - Inquiries to Qianhe Weiye Food Co., Ltd. revealed that "Qianhe 0" is a registered trademark for their mid-to-high-end products, but the customer service did not clarify whether it implies "zero additives" [5][6]. - The product packaging does not explicitly state "zero additives," leading to further consumer confusion [6]. Group 4: Legal Perspectives - Legal experts suggest that while the trademark "Qianhe 0" is not illegal, its use alongside "zero additives" could mislead consumers, warranting potential regulatory scrutiny [10]. Group 5: Financial Performance - Qianhe Weiye's financial report for the first three quarters of 2024 showed a revenue of 2.288 billion, a year-on-year decline of 1.85%, and a net profit of 352 million, down 9.19% [12]. - The third quarter alone saw a revenue drop of 12.63% and a net profit decrease of 22.58%, marking the first instance of both revenue and profit declines in five years [12].