CCCEI Power Strips

Middle Way Electronics, of China has recalled CCCEI Power Strips, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on March 26, 2026. It involves a fire or burn hazard.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the CPSC record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers CCCEI Power Strips, with approximately About 5,543 affected. The company behind the recall is Middle Way Electronics, of China.

From the official recall notice: “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.…”

Why was CCCEI Power Strips recalled?

According to the CPSC, the hazard is described as follows: “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.” In plain terms, this recall relates to a fire or burn hazard.

A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.

Reported injuries at the time of the recall notice: Middle Way Electronics has received two reports of the power strips sparking and melting. No fires or injuries have been reported.

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought CCCEI Power Strips, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.

The official recall notice states: “Consumers should immediately stop using the CCCEI power strips and contact Middle Way Electronics to receive a full refund.”

About this recall

This recall applies to products sold in the United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public CPSC data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the CPSC or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.