Space Heater
Portable fan heater with a wall plug.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Fire
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- Hazard
- The plug fuse has insufficient granular filler, and the plug face does not meet the dimensional requirements. As a result, the plug may overheat and/or explode. There is a risk of fire.
- Origin
- People's Republic of China
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ (to: Importer) Destruction of the product
- ▸ (to: Importer) Import rejected at border
What is this? This is about a space heater made in China. The plug on the heater may get too hot or even explode.
What's happening? The plug does not meet safety rules. It may overheat or cause a fire.
Does this affect me? If you own this space heater in the UK, you could be at risk.
What should I do? Stop using the heater right away. Ask a store 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.
🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Fire · Category: Electrical appliances and equipment · Hazard: The plug fuse has insufficient granular filler, and the plug face does not meet the dimensional requirements. As a result, the plug may overheat and/or explode. There is a risk of fire. · Origin: People's Republic of China
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