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Hair Straightener Steam Splint Hairdressing Tool sold via Wish — electric shock risk

UK OPSSMedium riskElectric shockSold on WishJun 26, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Hair Straightener Steam Splint Hairdressing Tool sold via Wish — electric shock risk

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Hazard

The product presents a risk of electric shock as there is inadequate protection against accidental contact with basic insulation and metal parts. Consumers may touch live parts on the product, and as a result, receive an electric shock. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish). We 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

Black hair straightener.

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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