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Merkury Innovations, Lifestyle Advanced, Simplytech and Tech Theory Wireless Chargers recalled over a burns risk
Product Recall for Merkury Innovations, Lifestyle Advanced, Simplytech and Tech Theory Wireless Chargers presenting a risk of burns.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
Four models of black wireless chargers.
- Sold betweenCompare with your receipt or order date.
- January 2023 to February 2024
Merkury Innovations, Lifestyle Advanced, Simplytech and Tech Theory Wireless Chargers (2)
- Item or listing code
- All models
What to do now
The hazard with Merkury Innovations, Lifestyle Advanced, Simplytech and Tech Theory is heat: surfaces, steam or contents could burn the user.
- Stop using it and let it cool fully before you handle it.
- Put it where children cannot get to it.
- Contact the business or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Burns from appliances and heating products are common, and children are the most likely to be hurt.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- for a burn: cool it under cool or lukewarm running water for 20 minutes and cover it loosely with cling film
Get help urgently
- large or deep burns, burns on the face, hands or genitals, or any burn on a child — go to A&E or call 999
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2403-0158). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for Merkury Innovations, Lifestyle Advanced, Simplytech and Tech Theory Wireless Chargers presenting a risk of burns.
The risk
The products present a risk of burns as it has been identified that if a metal object is placed near the charger during use, the product can overheat which may cause it to melt or burn the skin if touched.
The products do not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users by TK Maxx.
Advice to consumers
The products have been recalled from end users. For further information, please access the TK Maxx recall site at the following link: https://www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/product-recall-wireless-chargers-merkury-innovations-lifestyle-advanced-simply-tech-tech%20theory
Additional information
PSD number: 2403-0158
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Four models of black wireless chargers.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Merkury Innovations, Lifestyle Advanced, Simplytech and Tech Theory been recalled?
The hazard with Merkury Innovations, Lifestyle Advanced, Simplytech and Tech Theory is heat: surfaces, steam or contents could burn the user. Burns from appliances and heating products are common, and children are the most likely to be hurt.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the item or listing code and sold between on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Stop using it and let it cool fully before you handle it. Put it where children cannot get to it.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
Where was Merkury Innovations, Lifestyle Advanced, Simplytech and Tech Theory sold?
The notice names TK Maxx. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
