Product Safety Report: Hinsinc Nail Gun sold via eBay (2508-0144)
Product Safety Report for Hinsinc Nail Gun presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Hinsinc Nail Gun
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the plug does not meet the constructional or dimensional requirements of BS 1363.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay)
Product information
| Type | Machinery – Staple/Nail Guns (Powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hinsinc |
| Model | F30G |
| Product Identifiers | M010000000006338080, SS500084000529164646 |
| eBay item number | 157137285481 |
| eBay listing name | Cordless Nail Gun Staple Gun Electric Stapler Tool Carpentry Nails w/Battery Kit |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | An electric nail/staple gun with lithium-ion battery and wall plug for recharging. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the plug does not meet the constructional or dimensional requirements of BS 1363. As the plug does not make a proper connection with the socket, it could overheat and cause a fire. The user could also receive an electric shock when inserting or removing the plug from the socket.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2508-0144
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards