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🧸 Product UNITED KINGDOM IN RESPEC June 12, 2026

Shenzhen Opolo tech Co., Ltd — Shenzhen Opolo tech Co., Ltd Hair Dryer

Hair dryer with attached wall plug.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Shenzhen Opolo tech Co., Ltd — Shenzhen Opolo tech Co., Ltd Hair Dryer
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Burns, Fire
Category
Electrical appliances and equipment
Hazard
The motor continues to operate when airflow is restricted. This could lead to the product overheating and catching fire. Moreover, the external surfaces may reach excessive temperatures.
Origin
People's Republic of China

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • (to: Importer) Import rejected at border
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Recall in effect
A consumer product has been flagged as dangerous in UNITED KINGDOM IN RESPEC.
📈 Timeline
5 days active so far
June 13, 2026 June 17, 2026

What is this? A hair dryer made in China that can get too hot. If the airflow is blocked, the motor keeps running and the dryer may overheat or start a fire.

What's happening? Some of these dryers can overheat when blocked. This may cause burns or start a fire.

Does this affect me? If you own one of these dryers in the UK, you could be at risk.

What should I do? Stop using it right away. Ask a shop or a pharmacist what to do next.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The motor continues to operate when airflow is restricted. This could lead to the product overheating and catching fire. Moreover, the external surfaces may reach excessive temperatures. · Origin: People's Republic of China

First published
June 12, 2026
Last refreshed by us
11 hours ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098965

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What is this product recall alert about?
Shenzhen Opolo tech Co., Ltd — Shenzhen Opolo tech Co., Ltd Hair Dryer. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Burns, Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The motor continues to operate when airflow is restricted. This could lead to the product overheating and catching fire. Moreover, the external surfaces may reach excessive temp...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 12, 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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