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Type-C Power Adapter sold via Amazon (2508-0042 and 2508-0048) — fire risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireSold on AmazonAug 22, 2025
Photo from the official notice: Type-C Power Adapter sold via Amazon (2508-0042 and 2508-0048) — fire risk
Photo from the official notice: Type-C Power Adapter sold via Amazon (2508-0042 and 2508-0048) — fire 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 as the mains supply cord has excessive resistance, and the fuse has insufficient granular filler. As a result, if there is a fault with the product or a surge in electrical current, the product could overheat and catch fire. The product also does not meet the requirements of BS 1362 as the fuse link and end caps are below minimum dimensional requirements. Some of the required documentation and markings are not present. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 nor the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product safety report

Measures taken

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

Product description

A black rectangular power adapter marked with “65w” in the right corner. Includes black wall 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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