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Product Safety Report: 2-Gang Universal Wall Socket (2604-0061)

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Published17 August 2026

The hazard

Product Safety Report for 2-Gang Universal Wall Socket presenting a serious risk of electric shock and fire.

Product description

Summary Product: 2-Gang Universal Wall Socket Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is not sufficiently earthed. Corrective action: The product has been destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress). Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Sockets/Receptacles/Outlets AliExpress Item ID 1005009767890766 Country of Origin China Product Description 2-gang wall socket in matt gray, supplied in a box of 100 with the words Switch And Socket on the packaging. The label identifies the product as a “2 Gang 2 Way Switch” and describes the colour as “skin-feeling gray.” Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is not sufficiently earthed. In the event of a fault, accessible metal parts could become live and shock the user. It also presents a risk of fire because it has inadequate internal construction, including wires soldered directly to live and neutral connections. Over time, this may lead to the product overheating and catching fire. The plug face also does not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363, which means plugs may not make a secure connection with the socket. Improvements are also required to product documentation and labelling. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994. Corrective action The product has been destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (AliExpress). Additional information PSD notification number: 2604-0061 Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

What should you do?

Check the brand, model and batch number or barcode against your product. If it matches, stop using it, unplug it and follow the measures above, or contact the seller or manufacturer. Keep the product and your receipt until you know whether you can get a refund, repair or replacement.

Official notice ↗ · Source: Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS)

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