CSA Group Warns of Counterfeit CSA Group Certification Marks on Serpentec Locking Extension Cord Connector Packaging

EIN 33 CS CSA notice 400

Aug 7, 2019

Certain Serpentec Locking Extension Cord Connector models with packaging bearing unauthorized CSA Group certification marks were sold in physical and online marketplaces.  CSA Group has not tested or certified these Locking Extension Cord Connectors to the applicable standards.

Consumers who wish to verify CSA Group certification for authenticity are encouraged to check CSA Group’s certified product listing.

There have been no reports of damage, fire or injury to date.

Consumers who have questions are advised to contact the manufacturer, Serpentec.

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Where Known to Have Been Sold/Distributed: Home Depot, Amazon.Company: Serpentec c/o Marmon Retail Electrical Products Inc. www.marmonrep.com

Identification:  Affected units have model numbers 630-15AREPLEND and 630-20AREPLEND and display unauthorized CSA Group certification marks on the back of the product packaging, as shown in the included photos.

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