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50ft Lighting Chain sold via AliExpress — electric shock risk

UK OPSSHigh riskElectric shockSold on AliExpressJun 5, 2023
Photo from the official notice: 50ft Lighting Chain sold via AliExpress — electric shock risk

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Hazard

The product presents a high risk of electric shock due to inadequate creepage and clearance distances and a non-compliant outlet connector. The minimum creepage and clearance distances for reinforced insulation between the lamp cap live contact terminal and accessible surface was 2.1mm, below the required minimum of 3.0mm clearance and 5.0mm creepage. The outlet connector contact depth measured 2.3mm, below the required 3.0mm. The product is marketed for outdoor use but does not have an IP44 rating. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present. 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 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

A 50ft black lighting chain with 50 incandescent bulbs and black 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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