Product Safety Report: Sewing Machine UFR-738 (2408-0145)

Product Safety Report for Sewing Machine presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

Summary

Product: Sewing Machine UFR-738

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the plug pins are too close to the periphery.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Sewing/Knitting Tools (Powered)
Model UFR-738 (machine), DZ012ELL060150B (adapter)
Product Identifiers M010000000006338003, SS500040000531282567, UK+DZFRJ+80, B0400000001289058881, WI43440618, No: UK-S-261.
Country of Origin China
Product Description A small-scale sewing machine with multiple thread settings, accessories and a product plug.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the plug pins are too close to the plug periphery and do not comply with the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The user could touch the pins while removing or inserting the plug, potentially leading to electric shock. Improvements are also required to product marking and labelling.

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: 2508-0145

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 31 August 2025