Product Safety Report: Tattoo Gun (2209-0116)

Product Safety Report for Tattoo Gun presenting a serious risk of fire as the item includes a clover leaf plug which provides access to live parts.

Summary

Product: Tattoo Gun

Hazard: The product presents a serious fire hazard as the item features a cloverleaf plug, which does not comply with BS 1363. These small plugs can damage sockets, leading to internal sparking and possibly a fire.

Corrective action: Import rejected at the border.

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Tattoo gun
Barcode g5790-hg00031lhuk
Product description Tattoo kit including inks, needles, gloves and applicator gun
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious fire hazard as the item features a cloverleaf plug, which does not meet the requirements of the relevant standard. These small plugs can damage sockets, leading to internal sparking and possibly a fire.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

Import rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2209-0116

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Published 23 September 2022