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Shenzhen Opolo tech Co., Ltd Hair Dryer IN11-B001 sold via Amazon — fire risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireSold on AmazonMay 7, 2026
Photo from the official notice: Shenzhen Opolo tech Co., Ltd Hair Dryer IN11-B001 sold via Amazon — fire risk
Photo from the official notice: Shenzhen Opolo tech Co., Ltd Hair Dryer IN11-B001 sold via Amazon — 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 motor continues to operate when airflow is restricted. This could lead to the product overheating and catching fire. Excessive temperatures were also measured on external surfaces, and improvements are also required to product labelling and marking. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Remedy

The import has been rejected at the border and withdrawn from the market.

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Import rejected at border
  • Withdrawal of product from market

Product description

A hair dryer with wall plug attached, packaged in white cardboard box.

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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