Product Safety Report: Ewilibe Wax Heater Pro-Wax 100 sold via Amazon (2306-0072)
Product Safety Report for Ewilibe Wax Heater Pro-Wax 100 presenting a serious risk of fire.
Summary
Product: Ewilibe Wax Heater Pro-Wax 100
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is insufficiently earthed.
Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and the listing removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Product information
| Type | Electrical appliances and equipment - Wax Heater |
|---|---|
| Brand | Ewilibe |
| Model | Pro-Wax100 |
| ASIN | B09472JZGF |
| Barcode | X001AVJ47L |
| Amazon Reference | 413094, FBA15FNPN2MPU000006 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product Description | Electronic device for heating wax for hair removal. |
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Hazard
The product presents a serious risk of fire as the earthing arrangements are insufficient, with an incorrect fuse fitted to it for the supply cord’s cross-sectional area. The wiring could overheat and ignite. The product also required improvement to marking, labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Corrective action
The import has been rejected at the border.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2306-0072
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards