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🧸 Product HU December 16, 2016

180 RICE LIGHT

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
180 RICE LIGHT
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Electric shock, Fire
Category
Lighting chains
Hazard
The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too small and they can overheat. The wire ends are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. The accessible wires have only basic insulation and
Origin
People's Republic of China
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This alert was reported 3558 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
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119 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 13, 2026
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What is this? A string of small decorative lights called “180 RICE LIGHT” has thin wires that can get too hot and may not be well protected.

What's happening? These lights can overheat or cause an electric shock because the wires are too small and not properly covered.

Does this affect me? If you own or use these lights in Hungary, you could be at risk of fire or electric shock.

What should I do? Stop using them right away and ask a shop or a qualified electrician for advice.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Electric shock, Fire · Category: Lighting chains · Hazard: The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too small and they can overheat. The wire ends are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. The accessible wires have only basic insulation and · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
December 16, 2016
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/238379

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What is this product recall alert about?
180 RICE LIGHT. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Electric shock, Fire · Category: Lighting chains · Hazard: The cross-sectional area of the external and internal wires is too small and they can overheat. The wire ends are not adequately protected against pulling and twisting. The accessible wire...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on December 16, 2016 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Hungary.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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