2023.08.23 Safety Report: International Travel Adaptor
23 August 2023
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
International Travel Adaptor
Type
Electrical appliances and equipment - Travel Adaptor
Country of origin
China
Product description
Travel adaptor for multiple plug-types with interchangeable pins for USA, Japan, Australia, Europe and the UK.
Product identifier
PAT200930196087.4.
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as it is too small for a standard UK socket, and the plug pins are too close to the edge of the plug. The user could receive an electric shock when unplugging, or plugging in, the plug from the socket. It is also possible to insert a single current-carrying pin, leaving the other live pin accessible. The adaptor was also insufficiently earthed, presenting a risk of fire.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
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