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🧸 Product UNITED KINGDOM IN RESPEC May 1, 2026

Shenzhen Feixianghang Trading Co Ltd Professional Hair Dryer

Grey and pink hair dryer with multiple attachments with an attached power cable. Product sold online, in particular via Amazon (ASIN: B0D3H8XHY1).

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Shenzhen Feixianghang Trading Co Ltd Professional Hair Dryer
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Fire
Category
Electrical appliances and equipment
Hazard
In the event of airflow getting obstructed during use, the appliance could overheat. Consequently, the heating element may cut out while the motor continues to run, causing the casing to become excessively hot and leading to internal thermal damage. This overheating can ignite nearby object, leading to a risk of fire.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Importer) Import rejected at border
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Archived (older alert)
This alert was reported 26 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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0 days in total
May 17, 2026 May 17, 2026
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What is this? This is a hair dryer made in China. It can get too hot if the air flow is blocked.

What's happening? The dryer may overheat if something blocks the air. This can make the outside very hot.

Does this affect me? If you own this hair dryer in the UK, it could be unsafe.

What should I do? Stop using it and ask a shop or a repair person for help. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you feel unsafe.

🤖 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: Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: In the event of airflow getting obstructed during use, the appliance could overheat. Consequently, the heating element may cut out while the motor continues to run, causing the casing to become excessively hot and leading to internal thermal damage. This overheating can ignite nearby object, leading to a risk of fire. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
May 1, 2026
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098812

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What is this product recall alert about?
Shenzhen Feixianghang Trading Co Ltd Professional Hair Dryer. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: In the event of airflow getting obstructed during use, the appliance could overheat. Consequently, the heating element may cut out while the motor continues to run, causing the casing...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 1, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to UNITED KINGDOM IN RESPEC.
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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