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LED String Lights sold via Amazon — fire risk (2508-0120)

UK OPSSSerious riskFireSold on AmazonSep 11, 2025
Photo from the official notice: LED String Lights sold via Amazon — fire risk (2508-0120)
Photo from the official notice: LED String Lights sold via Amazon — fire risk (2508-0120)

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 plug does not meet the constructional or dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The supply cord is also insufficient and failed the electrical strength test. As the plug does not make a proper connection with the socket, it could overheat and cause a fire. 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 boxed 20m strip light set with remote control and plug-in adapter.

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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