Product Safety Report: Counterfeit Dyson Hairdryer (2410-0131)
Product Safety Report for Counterfeit Dyson Hairdryer presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Counterfeit Dyson Hairdryer
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire 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-Styling (Powered) |
|---|---|
| Model | HD08 |
| Serial Number | P3D-UK-PGJ5952A & P3D-UK-PGJ6594A |
| Additional Identifiers | YW080801, KK95586 22/25 & W9191486 3/25 |
| Country of Origin | Malaysia |
| Product Description | Hairdryer with wall plug. Product claims to be ‘Dyson’ branded but is counterfeit. Consumers are advised to check the warning label on their product – the counterfeit has a misspelled safety warning as pictured. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire the plug fuse does not conform to the requirements of BS 1362. The fuse is required to ensure the safe operation of the plug under fault conditions, and a non-conforming fuse could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding. The product also failed to cut off under restricted airflow testing, emitted excessive amounts of smoke and interior components began to melt.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2410-0131
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards