2024.10.09 Safety Report: Hortitera Ultrasonic Insect Killer (sold via Amazon)
09 October 2024
The following notice has been issued by the Office for Product Safety and Standards.
Product
Hortitera Ultrasonic Insect Killer (sold via Amazon)
Type
Electrical appliances and equipment - Ultrasonic Insect Repellant
Brand
Hortitera
Barcode
X0022ZYBLN
Amazon identifier
FBA15J9NS197U000003
Country of origin
China
Product description
An ultrasonic insect repellent that plugs directly into a socket.
Hazard
This product presents a high risk of fire because the item has been sheathed with a ISOD (Insulated Shutter Operating Device). The plastic collar can catch on and damage the socket contact, meaning over time, the socket is damaged by the earth pin. This can cause the plug / socket to overheat and ignite, causing a fire.
The product does not meet the requirements of The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
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