USB charger — recall

Consumer goods · European Union · 2026-05-29 · China-origin

Hazard: Electric shockOrigin: China

USB charger poses an electric shock risk

Country	European Union
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2026-05-29
Country of origin	China
Model identifiers	GL-PD002
Category	Electrical appliances and equipment
Hazard	Electric shock
Hazard description	The insulation between the primary and secondary circuits is inadequate. Additionally, the dimensions of the mains plug are inadequate. The user could therefore have access to live parts and receive an electric shock.
Non-compliance	Low Voltage Directive; European standard EN 62368-1
Remedy	Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures.
Recall number	SR/01493/26
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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