Product Safety Report: Counterfeit Type C Laptop Charger sold via eBay (2511-0130)
Product Safety Report for Counterfeit Type C Laptop Charger presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Counterfeit Type C Laptop Charger
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as the transformer is of poor build quality and the plug does not contain a ballast.
Corrective action: We recommend that you cease use of the product immediately and contact your place of purchase for further information.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Chargers |
|---|---|
| eBay ID | 186468601056 |
| eBay listing name | Type C Laptop Charger 65W - USB C for Apple, Lenovo, Samsung, Acer, NoteBook NEW |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Black USB C charger |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the transformer is of poor build quality and the plug does not contain a ballast. The plug is also considered counterfeit. The ballast is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
We recommend that you cease use of the product immediately and contact your place of purchase for further information.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2511-0130
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards