Product Safety Report: MXBAOHENG Chinese Medicine Pot sold via Amazon (2508-0123)
Product Safety Report for MXBAOHENG Chinese Medicine Pot presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: MXBAOHENG Chinese Medicine Pot sold via Amazon
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is fitted with a ‘Clover leaf-style’ plug, which does not have a fuse.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Kettles (powered) |
|---|---|
| Brand | MXBAOHENG |
| Amazon Product Identifiers | X0022H6TOX, FBA15K9DQVYCU000004 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | An electric kettle for simmering herbs. Product is supplied with a black power cord and cable. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the plug is a ‘Clover leaf-style’ plug and does not meet the constructional or dimensional requirements of BS 1363. As the plug does not have a fuse, under fault conditions the plug may overheat and ignite, causing 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 Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
Additional information
PSD notification number: 2508-0123
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards