UV Ultraviolet Cell Phone Sterilizer Sanitizer Disinfection Box Case Cleaner UVC
Health risk / other Electrical appliances and equipment Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00960/20 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk Type | Health risk / other |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 10 July 2020 |
Risk Description
The product does not emit UV-C radiation. Consequently, it might not kill bacteria or viruses, which could then reach the user, increasing the risk of infection.
Measures Taken
Type 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
USB-powered UV cell phone steriliser. The product was sold online, in particular via eBay, and the description in the listing claims to provide with UVC wavelength and biocidal properties.