2021.11.05 Recall: Yotoc - Eight Way Outlet Multi Plug Tower Power Strip

05 November 2021

The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.

YOTOC 8 Way Outlet Multi Plug Tower Power Strip

Yotoc

Alert number
2108-0028

Product type
Electrical appliances and equipment - Tower Power Strip

Product identifiers
Brand: YOTOC
ASIN: B0737CW7T2

Product description
Blue and white tower power strip with eight sockets, including white electrical lead and three-pin UK plug.

Country of origin
China

Counterfeit
No

Risk level
Serious

Risk type
Fire

Risk description
The product presents a serious risk of fire as, when two or more appliances are plugged into the tower, there may be a breakdown in insulation between input and output circuits, leading inner circuitry to overheat and ignite. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective measures
The product has been recalled from end users.

Online marketplace
Amazon - The listing has been removed by the online marketplace.

Notifier
Office for Product Safety and Standards