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Product Safety Report: Counterfeit “Apple” branded USB-C Power Adapter (2507-0047)

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Published29 July 2025

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Counterfeit “Apple” branded USB-C Power Adapter presenting a serious risk of electric shock and fire.

Product description

Summary Product: Counterfeit “Apple” branded USB-C Power Adapter Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the plug pins do not meet the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border. Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Charger/power adapter Counterfeit Yes - Counterfeit Model A1696 Barcode 194252157053 Serial number C3D0375A0ZVPDYNAR02 Country of Origin China Product Description A white three-pin charging adapter packaged in a white cardboard box. Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of fire and electric shock as the plug pins are not compatible with BS 1363 sockets and do not connect securely when in use. This could cause the product to overheat and cause a fire. The user could also receive an electric shock when inserting or removing the plug from the socket as there is inadequate protection against the live parts. Improvements are also required to the instructions, and many of the required documentation and markings are not present. 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 rejcted at the border. Additional information PSD notification number: 2507-0047 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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