ZhongShan Haizhimei Electronic HZMLBC Battery Charger
- Affected
- A four-compartment plug-in battery charger stated to be suitable for 3.6 volt or 3.7-volt lithium batteries.
- The problem
- The product presents a serious risk of choking due to insufficient distances between conductor contacts and poor quality and counterfeit fuses and plugs.
- What to do
- The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Product information
| Type | Electrical Appliances and Equipment – Battery Charger |
|---|---|
| Brand | HZMLBC |
| Barcode | X001GT6XFD |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | A four-compartment plug-in battery charger stated to be suitable for 3.6 volt or 3.7-volt lithium batteries. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to Product Image and PDF |
Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the conductor contact of the supply cord is too close to the engagement face of the connector. The fuse does not meet the dimensional requirements of the relevant standard (BS1362), the endcaps were insecurely fixed (push-on) and the fused contained no granular filler (required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions). The plug itself is considered to be counterfeit and did not comply with the relevant standard (BS1363-1).
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The product has been withdrawn from the market, the listing removed by the online marketplace (Amazon) and destroyed.
Additional information
PSD case number: 2210-0082
Notified by: Local Authority Trading 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 2 November 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.