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Product Safety Report: Counterfeit Type C Laptop Charger sold via eBay (2511-0130)

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Published20 November 2025

The hazard

Product Safety Report for Counterfeit Type C Laptop Charger presenting a serious risk of fire.

Product description

Summary Product: Counterfeit Type C Laptop Charger Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as the transformer is of poor build quality and the plug does not contain a ballast. Corrective action: We recommend that you cease use of the product immediately and contact your place of purchase for further information. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay). Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – Chargers eBay ID 186468601056 eBay listing name Type C Laptop Charger 65W - USB C for Apple, Lenovo, Samsung, Acer, NoteBook NEW Country of Origin China Product Description Black USB C charger Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of fire as the transformer is of poor build quality and the plug does not contain a ballast. The plug is also considered counterfeit. The ballast is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994. Corrective action We recommend that you cease use of the product immediately and contact your place of purchase for further information. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay). Additional information PSD notification number: 2511-0130 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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