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Jgstkcity Waterproof Extension Leads sold via Amazon and eBay — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockSold on AmazonSold on eBayJan 18, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Jgstkcity Waterproof Extension Leads sold via Amazon and eBay — electric shock risk

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

Hazard

The products present a serious risk of electric shock due to the misleading information that the product is waterproof. Under test conditions, water droplets were found to be on the live connections to the socket outlet demonstrating that the product allows moisture ingress. This can lead to a risk of electric shock and/or fire and demonstrates that the product is not water resistant, as it claims to be. The products do not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

OPSS is requiring the recall of the products from end users. The listings have been removed by the online marketplaces, Amazon and eBay.

Product recall

Measures taken

  • Recall of product from end users
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

3 outlets extension cord with 2m power cable available in black and white.

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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