Their warning is for the Hairdryer, LD-330 as it does not meet safety requirements. The product identifiers are IC950351251009660, 921555291788, 950351-T50, and 7016801. The hairdryer came from China and is described as a styling hairdryer with an attached wall plug.
However, the OPSS warned: « The product presents a high risk of fire because the plug fuse does not meet the requirements of BS 1362.
« The filler is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding.
« Improvements are required to product labelling and marking. The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994. »
Electrical Safety First has also shared their own guidance about buying gadgets online. The charity said: « One in 10 Brits have first-hand experience of an electrical fire or shock caused by an electrical product they’ve bought online.
« Online marketplaces, like eBay, Amazon Marketplace, Facebook Marketplace and Wish, are not currently required by law to check the safety of products sold on their sites, in the same way traditional high street shops, such as John Lewis and Currys are. »
When shopping for electronic items, Electrical Safety First urges people not to buy on price alone. If an item seems cheap, make sure you research the item before purchasing.
The items contain zinc pyrithione, which is prohibited for use in cosmetic products as it poses a « serious chemical risk ». They added: « It also includes the following undeclared allergens: hydroxycitronellal, hexyl cinnamal, and limonene. This could lead to consumers with sensitivities using these products and having an allergic reaction. »
