Product Safety Report: 5-in-1 Hair Curling Wand sold via Amazon (2401-0119)
Product Safety Report for 5-in-1 Hair Curling Wand presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Summary
Product: 5-in-1 Hair Curling Wand sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is inadequately earthed.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Hair Curling Wand |
|---|---|
| Model | SM-C505 |
| Amazon product identifiers | X001B4IM0R, FBA15HBBJ8JCU000008. |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Black electric 5-in-1 hair curling wand. |
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Hazard
The product presents a risk of electric shock as there is inadequate protection from accessing live parts. Under fault conditions, the poor earthing could fail and cause the product to become live, giving the user an electric shock.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD number: 2401-0119
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards