2023.09.08 Safety Report: The Brat Way - Titanium Flat Iron Hair Straightener (sold via Etsy)
08 September 2023
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
The Brat Way Titanium Flat Iron Hair Straightener sold via Etsy
Type
Electrical appliances and equipment - Hair Straightener
Brand
The Brat Way
Country of origin
China
Product description
Black ceramic hair straightener with 'The Brat Way' branding supplied in black cardboard box.
Etsy ID
1265235593
Hazard
The product presents a risk of electric shock as it provides inadequate protection against access to live parts. Consumers can touch live parts when using the product and may receive an electric shock. The product is also supplied with a two-pin plug, which is not permitted for sale in the UK. Improvements were also required to marking, labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Etsy).
We recommend that owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
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