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🧸 Product SK December 20, 2024

LAMPKI HERMETYCZNE CHOINKOWE

Lighting chain of black colour with 100 LEDs of non-replaceable light sources, equipped with a device for changing lighting modes. Product sold online, in particular via skvelamoda.sk.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
LAMPKI HERMETYCZNE CHOINKOWE
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Electric shock
Category
Lighting chains
Hazard
Due to insufficient mechanical strength of the lighting chain, an insufficient nominal cross-section of the wires, an insufficient length of the cable between the fork and the first socket, and an insufficient protection against moisture, the user may access live parts and receive an electric shock.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Distributor) Recall of the product from end users
  • (to: Distributor) Withdrawal of the product from market
  • (to: Distributor) Warning consumers of the risks
Barcode (GTIN): 9012340080018
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 525 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
12 days in total
May 17, 2026 May 29, 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 plug-in string lights meant for decorating at home. They can give a dangerous electric shock if the wires or plugs are weak or not sealed well.

What's happening? Some of these lights were made with thin wires, short cables, and poor seals. This lets water in and exposes live parts that can shock you.

Does this affect me? If you bought these lights in Slovakia, they may be unsafe. Check your holiday lights now.

What should I do? Stop using them right away. Ask a pharmacist or doctor if you feel a shock. Bring the lights back to the store for a refund or safe replacement.

🤖 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.

🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Agency-published detail

Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Electric shock · Category: Lighting chains · Hazard: Due to insufficient mechanical strength of the lighting chain, an insufficient nominal cross-section of the wires, an insufficient length of the cable between the fork and the first socket, and an insufficient protection against moisture, the user may access live parts and receive an electric shock. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
December 20, 2024
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10092566

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What is this product recall alert about?
LAMPKI HERMETYCZNE CHOINKOWE. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Electric shock · Category: Lighting chains · Hazard: Due to insufficient mechanical strength of the lighting chain, an insufficient nominal cross-section of the wires, an insufficient length of the cable between the fork and the first socket, and...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on December 20, 2024 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Slovakia.
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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