2024.08.06 Safety Report: Svater String Lights (sold via Amazon)
06 August 2024
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Svater String Lights (sold via Amazon)
Type
Electrical appliances and equipment - String lights
Brand
Svater
Country of origin
China
Product description
A set of 128-foot LED string lights with black plastic bases attached to a UK wall plug. The product also includes instructions for use.
Model
H05RN-F 3G1MM2
Barcode
X00168CNHB
Amazon identifier
FBA15J3TMC2BU000017
Hazard
The product presents a high risk of electric shock as the cord insulation is inadequate and not suitable for long-term use outside. The consumer could receive an electric shock if the product becomes water damaged due to the incorrect cabling.
The instructions did not contain some of the specified warnings which may result in the inadvertent misuse of the lighting chain. 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 import has been rejected at the border.
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