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Beikell USB Plug Charger, 4-Port USB Wall Charger Power Adapter sold via Amazon — electric shock risk

UK OPSSHigh riskElectric shockSold on AmazonFeb 7, 2023
Photo from the official notice: Beikell USB Plug Charger, 4-Port USB Wall Charger Power Adapter sold via Amazon — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Beikell USB Plug Charger, 4-Port USB Wall Charger Power Adapter sold via Amazon — electric shock risk

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

Hazard

The product poses a high risk of electric shock as the creepage and clearance distances couldn’t be measured due to triple insulated windings that are terminated on the printed circuit board away from the transformer. The product also failed the drop test, where it was dropped onto a solid wood surface from 1000mm 3 times. On the third drop, the insulated shutter opening device fractured, giving consumers access to live parts which could give them an electric shock. The product does not comply with the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

OPSS is requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed from the online marketplace (Amazon).

Product recall

Measures taken

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

Product description

A white charger plug with 4 USB ports and ‘Beikell’ on the side in grey writing

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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