FOLO-UP Product Safety Report: 2508-0145 Sewing Machine UFR738 sold via eBay
A small-scale sewing machine with multiple thread settings, accessories and a product plug.
Why this product was flagged
Recorded hazard
The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the plug pins are too close to the plug periphery and do not comply with the dimensional requirements of BS 1363. The user could touch the pins while removing or inserting the plug, potentially leading to electric shock. Improvements are also required to product marking and labelling.
What the notice records
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Identify the product
Product details
- Product
- Sewing Machine UFR738 sold via eBay
- Brand
- Not provided
- Models
- Not provided
- Product type
- Electrical appliances and equipment - Sewing/Knitting Tools (Powered)
- Seller or shop
- eBay
- Country of origin
- China
- Measure
- Import rejected at border
- Notified by
- Local Authority Trading Standards
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