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Gold Ceramic Professional Press Comb — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockSold on eBayNov 28, 2022
Photo from the official notice: Gold Ceramic Professional Press Comb — electric shock risk

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Hazard

The product has been identified as presenting a serious risk of electric shock as there was inadequate insulation within the plug and wiring of the product, which could degrade over time and expose live wires. If a user touches the live wire, they could receive an electric shock. The product’s plug also did not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard, presenting a risk of electric shock. The product required improvements to markings, labelling and documentation. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

Electric hot comb in black and gold colours.

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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