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USB charger KAKUSIGA “Dual Type-C Interface Charger” — risk: electric shock
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/02488/26
Summary
The USB charger KAKUSIGA Dual Type-C Interface Charger (model KSC-922) poses a serious electric shock risk due to inadequate insulation between primary and secondary circuits, allowing secondary ports to become live under mains voltage. The product does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive and EN 60335-1 standards. It will be withdrawn from the market by the importer and distributor starting 28 May 2025.
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Product
USB charger — KAKUSIGA
- Brand
- KAKUSIGA
- Name / model
- Dual Type-C Interface Charger · KSC-922
- Barcode
- 6921042129907
- Category
- Electrical appliances and equipment
- White battery charger with two USB-C output ports, integrated with a mains plug. Input: AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz, 1.2A. Output Type-C 1/2: 5V/3A, 9V/2.77A, 12V/2.08A (40W Max).
What is the risk?
- The product lacks adequate insulation between the primary and secondary circuits. The secondary ports can become live under mains voltage. Consequently, the user may receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standard EN 60335-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 28/05/2025
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 28/05/2025
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