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Docsmart Mini Electric Chainsaw — recall

Consumer goods · United Kingdom · 2024-11-12

Hazard: Electric shock

Docsmart Mini Electric Chainsaw poses electric shock risk

Country	United Kingdom
Category	Consumer goods
Published	2024-11-12
Retailer	Amazon
Model identifiers	Model: CS08 (Charger: HGF210100); Barcode: X001XD49RV; Amazon product identifier: FBA15J9PNPJFU000044.
Category	Machinery
Hazard	Electric shock
Hazard description	The product presents a high risk of electric shock because the pins are too close to the periphery of the plug. The user may touch live pins when plugging in, or unplugging, the plug from the socket, and receive an electric shock. The transformer was also of a poor build quality as it did not meet the requirements of creepage and clearance.
Non-compliance	Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994; Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008
Remedy	The import has been rejected at the border.
Recall number	2410-0181
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	UK GPSR, UKCA · Full guide →

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