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Counterfeit “Apple” branded USB-C Power Adapter — fire & electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireElectric shockJul 28, 2025
Photo from the official notice: Counterfeit “Apple” branded USB-C Power Adapter — fire & electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Counterfeit “Apple” branded USB-C Power Adapter — fire & electric shock risk

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

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the plug pins are not compatible with BS 1363 sockets and do not connect securely when in use. This could cause the product to overheat and cause a fire. The user could also receive an electric shock when inserting or removing the plug from the socket as there is inadequate protection against the live parts. Improvements are also required to the instructions, and many of the required documentation and markings are not present. 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 rejcted at the border.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border

Product description

A white three-pin charging adapter packaged in a white cardboard box.

Matching notices: same barcode or model

Other official notices (EU, U.S. or UK) with the same barcode, or the same brand and model number. Check the details: a match is a strong hint, not proof that it is the same product.

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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