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The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department (EMSD) today (November 11) urged consumers to immediately stop using four models of unbranded Christmas light chains for safety reasons.
Their packaging boxes are printed with "LED", "LED Twinkle light", "LED Ball Light", and "New Star Christmas Lights" respectively.
The four models (photos attached) are not provided with Certificates of Safety Compliance. Safety tests also revealed that they do not comply with the essential safety requirements of the Electrical Products (Safety) Regulation, and thus pose safety hazards during use.
There is no local agent for these four models of Christmas light chains in Hong Kong. If consumers spot these models in the market, they should call the EMSD's hotline on 2333 3762 immediately for the department to take follow-up action.
Ends/Monday, November 11, 2013
Issued at HKT 19:03
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