International Adapter Plugs – Electrical Safety (2002)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Adapter plugs
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Adapter plugs. The hazard is: The adapter plug can separate when the plug is removed, exposing live electrical conductors, posing . Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The 2-prong slip-on adapter plugs are used to connect American 2-pronged electrical plugs into various foreign outlets. The adapter plugs are plastic with a white matte finish. The only marking on the plug is "6A250V", which is molded on the bottom surface between the prongs of the adapter. No other writing appears on the adapters. PM International sold the adapter plugs individually and as part of a traveling kit with voltage converters. Only adapter plugs sold individually are included in the recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The adapter plug can separate when the plug is removed, exposing live electrical conductors, posing an electric shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using these adapters and contact the store or catalog where purchased to receive a free replacement adapter.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026