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Globelit LED String Lights sold via Amazon (2407-0040 and 2407-0044) — electric shock risk

UK OPSSSerious riskElectric shockSold on AmazonJul 23, 2024
Photo from the official notice: Globelit LED String Lights sold via Amazon (2407-0040 and 2407-0044) — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Globelit LED String Lights sold via Amazon (2407-0040 and 2407-0044) — electric shock risk
Photo from the official notice: Globelit LED String Lights sold via Amazon (2407-0040 and 2407-0044) — 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 electric shock if the consumer were to follow the inadequate instructions/markings and install the product outside. The cable cord of the product is a parallel twin type cord with a single layer of PVC insulation. The cord is not suitable for outdoor use and using this product could cause the cord to deteriorate and give the consumer an electric shock. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

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

LED string lights with wall plug and bulbs

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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