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Re:Ask HN: Should I try to manufacture toasters? by terom on Tuesday January 16, 2024 @08:31AM (#39013053)
https://photos.app.goo.gl/S6sFaEUxY89Tgxn56 here's an example of the safety/certification markings from a 24V power supply sold in the EU.

Take a close look at the TÜV/GS logo and font. I seriously doubt the UL file number E131992 exists. The Safety Mark 021068-00 code is for a Samsung AC Adapter [1], which this is not. You can see some of the same details in the AliExpress listings.

[1] https://www.go.gov.sg/safety-mark

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Re:Ask HN: Should I try to manufacture toasters? by iancmceachern on Tuesday January 16, 2024 @10:48AM (#39014654)
This is called counterfeiting.

It's the same thing for Rolex's at the Eiffel Tower. Does that make the eiffel tower, or real eatches any different?

Breaking news. This just in! China is manufacturing counterfeiting products

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