Wax warmer — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2025-02-07 · China-origin

Hazard: Electric shockOrigin: China

Wax warmer poses an electric shock risk

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2025-02-07
Country of origin	China
Model identifiers	YSM-5005-A
Category	Electrical appliances and equipment
Hazard	Electric shock
Hazard description	The product is inadequately earthed and the insulation can break down during normal use, making the live parts accessible. The user can therefore receive an electric shock.
Non-compliance	Low Voltage Directive
Remedy	Import rejected at border.
Recall number	SR/00489/25
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	Marketplaces may delist the same or similar products, freeze or force-remove inventory (e.g. Amazon FBA) and notify past buyers; under GPSR regulators can require platforms to act within 2 working days.
Self-check for comparable products	Plug, insulation and creepage vs. rating plate; certification coverage for the exact model.
Rules & standards likely involved	GPSR, CE (Toys EN 71 / LVD·EMC), REACH · Full guide →

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