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BS-KJ826W Power Adapter sold via Amazon — fire risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireSold on AmazonApr 7, 2024
Photo from the official notice: BS-KJ826W Power Adapter sold via Amazon — fire risk

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Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the plug pins are incorrectly sized and do not fit in the plastic sleeving. This can cause the pins to wear down unevenly over time or become damaged during use. Damaged or worn pins can overheat and catch fire. Improvements are also required to marking and labelling. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Remedy

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

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product
  • Import rejected at border
  • Removal of listing by online marketplace

Product description

A black power adapter with a wall plug and USB-C cable.

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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