Power Strip Extension Socket with USB ports sold via AliExpress
- Affected
- A white and green extension with two plug sockets and four USB ports.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as when probe tests were performed, the probe reaches a live part from the earth connection.
- What to do
- We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment – Power strip extension socket |
|---|---|
| AliExpress ID | 1005003533927214 |
| Supply voltage | 220 VAC |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Product Description | A white and green extension with two plug sockets and four USB ports. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as when probe tests were performed, the probe reaches a live part from the earth connection. There is also no information provided on the British Standard used, for example, BS 1363. There is no instruction manual provided to ensure the safe installation and use of the product. Some of the required documentation and markings were not present.
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 (AliExpress).
We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2208-0187
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 5 June 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.