Professional Hair Straightener
Professional Hair Straightener was recalled on 15 January 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00043/21. Electric shock risk reported by United Kingdom. The dimensions of the plug are too small and may allow access to live parts of the plug when the product is plugged in.
| Alert Number | A12/00043/21 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 15 January 2021 |
Risk Description
The dimensions of the plug are too small and may allow access to live parts of the plug when the product is plugged in. A user could touch or insert an object touching live parts and be electrocuted. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 31/12/2020Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplaceDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Black hair straightener. The product was also sold online, in particular via Wish.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to Professional Hair Straightener.
About this risk
This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use.
Recommended action
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.
Who is at risk?
Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens.