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Hairstar Hot Air brush — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockSold on AmazonFeb 11, 2022
Photo from the official notice: Hairstar Hot Air brush — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Hairstar Hot Air brush — electric shock risk

Photos from the official notice: UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (GOV.UK) · image rights

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the mains plug was not fitted with a fuse link which was correctly rated, and there is possible access to single insulation mains wiring without the aid of a tool. The item was not accompanied by instructions and safety information required by the standard and there was also no information with regards to the rated voltage, frequency, and current shown on the item. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

Destruction of the product. The product has been delisted from the online marketplace (Amazon)

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Black electric hairbrush with a golden colored head, packaged in a cardboard box containing an image of the product.

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and follow the corrective action above: contact the retailer or supplier for a repair, replacement or refund. This notice was published by the UK Office for Product Safety and Standards.

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