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45W USB-C Type C Laptop Charger sold via Etsy — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockSold on EtsyOct 5, 2023
Photo from the official notice: 45W USB-C Type C Laptop Charger sold via Etsy — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: 45W USB-C Type C Laptop Charger sold via Etsy — electric shock risk

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

Hazard

The product poses a serious risk of electric shock as during the drop test, the cases opened giving consumers access to live parts. The product also failed to meet the requirements of the minimum creepage and clearance distance, further presenting a risk of electric shock. The product is missing required safety information and suitable instructions of use. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Etsy). 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 three-pin plug laptop charger supplied with a manual, packaged in brown cardboard packaging.

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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