This is the unsettling moment a train passenger places his warty feet on the table.

The incident prompted several passengers to complain and demand that the guards take action. However, the man refused to move his feet or cover them.

It was not revealed which Chinese train line the incident happened on, but it caused widespread outrage.

A customer service spokesman from Railway 12306 said: 'It is definitely not allowed to put your feet on the small table while riding the high-speed train.

'This is considered uncivilised behaviour and would be condemned by anyone during the ride.

'Passengers can place meals, cups, computers, books, etc., on the small table. But not feet.

'At the same time, if you see something like this, you can scan the QR code next to the high-speed train seat to provide feedback on such uncivilised behaviour.'

The individual who filmed recorded the video described the scene as disgusting, but despite train staff attempting to intervene, it had no impact on the passenger, who continued to leave his feet on the table.