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🧸 Product HU August 22, 2025

Lampki choinkowe led — Lighting chain

Lighting chain consisting of 100 LEDs, a flashing unit with IP44 marking, a flat plug and a flat, stackable socket.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Lampki choinkowe led — Lighting chain
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Electric shock
Category
Lighting chains
Hazard
The cable lacks a cable strain relief and therefore is not properly anchored. Additionally, the accessible wires have inadequate insulation. Moreover, the structure of the cord extension socket allows single-pole insertion of plugs and the dimensions of the connection plug are incorrect. The product is not protected against moisture although it is recommended for outdoor use. Consequently, the water could penetrate the product or the user could touch accessible live parts and receive an electric shock.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Distributor) Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
  • (to: Distributor) Withdrawal of the product from market
Barcode (GTIN): 8401501103016
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 385 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.
📈 Timeline
117 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 11, 2026
Daily snapshot data starts accumulating once the scheduler runs — for now this is interpolated from the agency's first/last dates.

What is this? These are small decorative lights shaped like a string of lights. They plug into the wall and are meant for indoor and outdoor holiday decorations.

What's happening? The wires inside the lights are not held safely in place. The plastic covering on the wires is too thin. The plug can be put in the wrong way. Water can get inside even though the lights are sold for outdoor use.

Does this affect me? If you own these lights in Hungary, they could give you an electric shock.

What should I do? Stop using the lights right away. Ask a shop or a repair person for help. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you feel a shock.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Electric shock · Category: Lighting chains · Hazard: The cable lacks a cable strain relief and therefore is not properly anchored. Additionally, the accessible wires have inadequate insulation. Moreover, the structure of the cord extension socket allows single-pole insertion of plugs and the dimensions of the connection plug are incorrect. The product is not protected against moisture although it is recommended for outdoor use. Consequently, the water could penetrate the product or the user could touch accessible live parts and receive an electric shock. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
August 22, 2025
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10095375

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What is this product recall alert about?
Lampki choinkowe led — Lighting chain. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Electric shock · Category: Lighting chains · Hazard: The cable lacks a cable strain relief and therefore is not properly anchored. Additionally, the accessible wires have inadequate insulation. Moreover, the structure of the cord extension socket...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on August 22, 2025 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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