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CASP 2020 - Small Kitchen Heating Appliances
Products tested
Participating MSAs selected 89 products.
Mini ovens
Deep fat fryers
Contact grills / Waffle irons
Toasters
Total
30
20
20
19
70
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Tests
An accredited laboratory performed all the tests between September 2020 and January 2021. The tests addressed both mechanical and electrical safety in accordance with the most relevant clauses of the applicable standards.
Results of the tests
A total of 38% of the 89 products tested did not meet the requirements of the relevant clauses of the applicable standards (excluding markings and instructions). In addition, more than half of the products (63%) did not meet the requirements on markings and instructions. The defect rate for mini ovens is significantly higher than the defect rate for the other three product categories.
Main hazards
- These appliances get hot. They can burn people and set fire to nearby materials if they are not positioned correctly.
- Poorly manufactured goods can result in severe electric shocks.
Key messages
For consumers:
- Read all markings carefully and always follow the instructions.
- Never use a product for any task other than its design purpose.
- If you purchase a faulty product, make sure you report it to the national authority responsible for product safety.
For economic operators:
- Make sure all products fully meet the requirements set out by EU safety rules.
- Always provide clear and simple instructions and safety information in the language of the country of sale.
- If you note one of your products does not meet the requirements of the relevant safety legislation, inform your national authority or report it on Business Gateway. You can all help to keep consumers safe.
Participating countries
