Lighting products sold on online marketplaces catch fire under testing

Testing conducted on more than 130 lighting products purchased through online marketplaces revealed that the majority failed to meet Australian safety standards. The evaluation uncovered significant safety risks, with several of the tested items catching fire during the assessment process.

The findings highlight growing concerns regarding the safety and regulatory compliance of goods sold directly to consumers via online retail platforms. Authorities and consumer advocates continue to scrutinize these marketplaces over the availability of unverified and potentially hazardous electrical goods.