CCCEI Power Strips – fire hazard (2026)
This hazard may be associated with fatal outcomes.
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Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
CCCEI Power Strips
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 CCCEI Power Strips. The hazard is: The power strips do not contain supplementary overcurrent protection, which creates a risk of fire i. 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
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"
Reported concern (CPSC)
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.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the CCCEI power strips and contact Middle Way Electronics to receive a full refund.
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: Apr 3, 2026