Product Safety Report: Yesido Power Socket (2411-0024)

Product Safety Report for Yesido Power Socket presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

Summary

Product: Yesido Power Socket

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as live parts are accessible when plugging in, and unplugging, the plug from the socket.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product information

Type Electrical appliances and equipment - Power Socket
Brand Yesido
Barcode 6971050261106
Other Identifiers MC26, MC27, MC21, MC19, MC23
Country of Origin China
Product Description A white multi-function power socket connector with four sockets and additional USBs.
Product Report and Image Link to product image and PDF

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the pins are too close to the edge of the plug. The user can access live pins when unplugging, or plugging in, the plug from the socket, and receive an electric shock.

The product also presents a risk of fire as it is inadequately earthed. Under fault conditions, such as a surge in current, the plug may overheat and ignite, causing a fire.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Plugs & Sockets (Safety) Regulations 1994 or the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD number: 2411-0024

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards

Updates to this page

Published 12 November 2024