Sales banned
Compulsory measure
Notified by Spain
Published 9 Mar 2026
SR/00731/26
Electric kettle banned from sale over fire risk
EU authorities banned the sale of this product (Electric kettle) after it was found to pose a fire risk. Here is how to tell if you have it, and what to do next.
How to identify it
- Product
- Electric kettle made of white and blue silicone plastic Voltage 110/220 V, frequency 50-60 Hz.
- Brand
- Not listed in the notice
- Barcode
- Batch / lot
- Not listed in the notice
- Made in
- People's Republic of China
- Category
- Electrical appliances
Why it's dangerous
Fire
During use, the thermostat in the appliance may short-circuit, producing dangerous amounts of flames and smoke. The user may try to extinguish the fire. They may sustain burns if their clothes catch fire.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive nor with the European standards EN 60335-1 and 60335-2-15.
What the authorities did
Measure
Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
Type
Compulsory
Notified by
Spain
Source
EU Safety Gate notification
SR/00731/26
View official notice ↗
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