Sterilize UVC Light Germicidal UVC LED Lamp Portable Home Handheld Disinfection

The product does not emit UV-C radiation. Consequently, it might not kill bacteria or viruses, which could then reach the user, increasing the risk of infection. The product emits an unsafe amount of UV-A radiation (measured value: 51.8 W/m2). Consequently, a user in close proximity to the product will receive an unsafe dose of UV radiation to the eyes or the skin, increasing the risk of severe injuries. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 62471.

Published: 10 July 2020
Notifying authority: United Kingdom
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Other. Category of measure(s): Removal of this product listing by the online marketplace. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/00987/20

Classification

Category: Electrical appliances and equipment
Risk type: Burns, Damage to sight, Health risk / other
Country of origin: People's Republic of China

Product description

UV sterilising lamp. The product was sold online, in particular via eBay and the description in the listing claims to provide with UVC wavelength and biocidal properties.