POWSAF extension lead — electric shock risk
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Hazard
The shutters of the product are inadequate. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible live parts. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
Measures taken
- Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures — Importer (19/01/2026)
- Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures — Distributor (19/01/2026)
Product description
Extension lead with 4 sockets. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0D1CP98J6).
What should I do?
If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.
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