Platform Listing: Beard straightener
Platform Listing: Beard straightener was recalled on 10 July 2020 under EU Safety Gate alert INFO/00093/20. Burns, Electric shock, Fire risk reported by United Kingdom. The product is advertised with a substandard adaptor for permanent use with inadequate insulation.
| Alert Number | INFO/00093/20 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Burns, Electric shock, Fire |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 10 July 2020 |
Risk Description
The product is advertised with a substandard adaptor for permanent use with inadequate insulation. As a result, the adaptor could overheat causing burns and or leading to fire. A person could touch the live part of the adaptor and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the relevant national standard BS 1363.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Portable electric beard straightener. According to the listing, the product is supplied with an adapter. The product was sold online.
🌡️ ⚡ 🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a burns, electric shock, fire hazard related to Platform Listing: Beard straightener.
About this risk
Burns: This product can cause burns due to overheating, faulty insulation, or flammable materials that ignite during use. Electric shock: This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use. Fire: This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Burns: Stop using the product immediately. If you have suffered burns, cool the area with running water and seek medical attention. Do not attempt to repair the product. Electric shock: Unplug the product immediately and do not use it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a recall remedy. Fire: Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All users. Children and elderly people are particularly vulnerable to burn injuries. Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens. All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.