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Tower Power Strip JW501 sold via AliExpress — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockSold on AliExpressMay 23, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Tower Power Strip JW501 sold via AliExpress — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Tower Power Strip JW501 sold via AliExpress — 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 live parts are accessible to users. The product also required improvements to labelling, markings and documentation. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress). We strongly recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

8-way black and white tower power strip supplied in grey cardboard packaging with plastic handle.

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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