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VinBee Travel Mini Hair Flat Iron Ceramic Tourmaline Hair Straightener sold via Amazon — electric shock risk

UK OPSSHigh riskElectric shockSold on AmazonJun 22, 2023
Photo from the official notice: VinBee Travel Mini Hair Flat Iron Ceramic Tourmaline Hair Straightener sold via Amazon — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: VinBee Travel Mini Hair Flat Iron Ceramic Tourmaline Hair Straightener 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 presents a risk of electric shock as it’s supplied with a non-UK plug and adaptor which is not fitted permanently. A consumer can attempt to use the appliance without the adaptor causing damage to the socket, which may allow access to live parts. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

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

Product recall

Measures taken

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

Product description

Light blue mini hair straightener with white plug

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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