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Product safety report for plug adaptor supplied with Kemei electric shaver presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

• Updated: 25 March 2022

Get help to classify electrical equipment such as communication equipment, cameras, and their parts and accessories.

• Updated: 7 August 2023

Hand luggage restrictions at UK airports - carry-on luggage, checked-in baggage, restricted items and liquids, electronic devices carried from Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt and Saudi Arabia

• Overview

  There are restrictions on what items you can take in your hand luggage and…

• Liquids

  There are restrictions on the amount of liquids you can take in your hand…

• Baby food and baby milk

  When travelling with a baby you’re allowed to take enough baby food, baby…

• Personal items

  Musical instruments Contact your airline before you book if you want to…

• Medicines, medical equipment and dietary requirements

  You’re allowed to carry the following in your hand luggage: essential…

• Electronic devices and electrical items

  You can only take certain electronic devices and electrical items on…

• Sports equipment

  Allowed in hand luggage Allowed in hold luggage Sports parachute Yes Yes…

• Work tools

  Allowed in hand luggage Allowed in hold luggage Tool with a blade or shaft…

• Chemicals and toxic substances

  You cannot take any of these items as hand luggage or in the hold:…

• Ammunition

  You cannot take any guns or firearms (including air rifles and starting…

An overview of the advantages, challenges, regulations and guidance associated with using lithium-ion.

• Updated: 16 April 2025

Product safety report for F.Easy.D Electric Pruning Saw C100 presenting a serious risk of injury

• Updated: 26 March 2022

Product recall for One Step Hair Dryer and Styler sold via Amazon with ASIN B096FY8LXP presenting a high risk of electric shock, fire and burns.

• Updated: 8 July 2022

Product safety report for Charged Electric Mower presenting a serious risk of electric shock

• Updated: 7 April 2022

Product recall for 'One Step' Hair Dryer and Styler sold via Amazon with ASIN B09P47LHQP presenting a high risk of electric shock, fire and burns.

• Updated: 8 July 2022

OPSS is leading a fresh campaign to raise awareness about potential hazards to adults and children associated with toys and electrical products.

• Updated: 7 March 2023

Product Safety Report for Day Plus Electric Pruning Shears sold via eBay presenting a serious risk of fire.

• Updated: 21 February 2024