Product Safety Report: Hair straightener/curler with adjustable temperature sold via Wish (2207-0219)
Product Safety Report for Hair straightener/curler with adjustable temperature sold via Wish presenting a medium risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: Hair straightener/curler with adjustable temperature sold via Wish.
Hazard: The product presents a risk of electric shock as it does not provide adequate protection against accidental contact with live parts.
Corrective action: The listing has been removed by the online marketplace.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Hair Straightener/Curler |
|---|---|
| Model | 915053-WT-05901 |
| Wish ID | 1658389469 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Black ceramic plated hair straightener/curler with black 3 pin-plug. Packaged in a black and yellow box. |
| Product Report and Image |
Hazard
The product presents a risk of electric shock as it does not provide adequate protection against accidental contact with live parts. It should only be possible to touch parts that are separated from live parts by double or reinforced insulation. However, when tested, the test probe touched conductive wires isolated by basic insulation only. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.
The product does not comply with the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2207-0219
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards