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Product Safety Report: iLEPO Smart USB Charger i50 sold via Amazon (2404-0146)

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Published21 May 2024

The hazard

Product Safety Report for iLEPO Smart USB Charger i50 sold via Amazon presenting a serious risk of fire.

Product description

Summary Product: iLEPO Smart USB Charger i50 sold via Amazon Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is insufficiently earthed. Under fault conditions, the fuse would not operate and provide the necessary protections, which could cause the plug to catch fire and explode. Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Product information Type Electrical appliances and equipment – USB charger Brand iLEPO Model i50 Amazon identifiers X001WENOBX, FBA15HLM920FU000004 Country of Origin China Product description USB charger box with several charging sockets with a maximum of 5V, with power supply cord. Product Report and Image Link to Product Image and PDF Hazard The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is insufficiently earthed. Under fault conditions, the fuse would not operate and provide the necessary protections, which could cause the plug to catch fire and explode. The internal construction can also allow insulation to break down, which under fault conditions can cause high voltage at the output, presenting risks of fire and electric shock. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994. Corrective action The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon). Additional information PSD case number: 2404-0146 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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