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2-Gang Universal Wall Socket — fire & electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskFireElectric shockSold on AliExpressAug 14, 2026
Photo from the official notice: 2-Gang Universal Wall Socket — fire & electric shock risk

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Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is not sufficiently earthed. In the event of a fault, accessible metal parts could become live and shock the user. It also presents a risk of fire because it has inadequate internal construction, including wires soldered directly to live and neutral connections. Over time, this may lead to the product overheating and catching fire. The plug face also does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363, which means plugs may not make a secure connection with the socket. Improvements are also required to product documentation and labelling. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Remedy

The product has been destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress).

Product safety report

Measures taken

  • Destruction of the product

Product description

2-gang wall socket in matt gray, supplied in a box of 100 with the words Switch And Socket on the packaging. The label identifies the product as a “2 Gang 2 Way Switch” and describes the colour as “skin-feeling gray.”

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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