United States
CCCEI-branded power strips with 6 ft, 10 ft, or 15 ft cords, a black metal enclosure, six black plastic receptacles with individual on/off switches, and a white label reading “Relocatable Power Taps…” are affected. They were recalled because they lack supplementary overcurrent protection, creating a fire risk that can cause serious injury or death; Middle Way Electronics reports two incidents of sparking and melting. Consumers should immediately stop using the power strips and contact Middle Way Electronics at CCCEIpowerstrips@outlook.com for a full refund.
What's being recalled
This recall involves CCCEI-branded power strips with 6ft, 10ft, and 15 ft power cords. The power strips have a black metal enclosure with six receptacles made of black plastic and individual on/off switches for each receptacle. The back of the power strip has a white label that says: "Relocatable Power Taps. Caution keep children away. To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only indoors, risk of electrical shock. Do not plug into another relocatable power taps or an extension cord. Use only in dry location. Made in China"
Manufactured in: China.
The hazard
The power strips do not contain supplementary overcurrent protection, which creates a risk of fire if the power strips are overloaded. The resulting fire can cause serious injury or death from smoke inhalation and burns.
Incidents and injuries: Middle Way Electronics has received two reports of the power strips sparking and melting. No fires or injuries have been reported.
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the CCCEI power strips and contact Middle Way Electronics to receive a full refund.
Contact: Middle Way Electronics email at CCCEIpowerstrips@outlook.com.
Where it was sold
Online at Amazon.com from April 2024 to January 2026 for between $23 and $30.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, collected from U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Check the original before you act on it.
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