December 23, 2025 – A recent incident report highlights a potential safety concern involving the INIU BI-B41 Power Bank. According to the report filed on December 6, 2025, the device experienced overheating, prompting a safety alert for consumers using this popular portable charger. While specific details of the overheating incident are limited in the report, such occurrences can pose serious risks to users and property.
Product Details
Incident Overview
The incident, reported on December 6, 2025, states that an INIU BI-B41 Power Bank overheated. The report does not provide extensive details regarding the circumstances of the overheating, such as whether it occurred during charging, while actively in use, or while idle. Overheating in portable electronic devices, particularly power banks, can manifest in various ways, from the device becoming uncomfortably hot to the touch to emitting smoke, bulging, or even catching fire. Without further information, the exact severity and direct cause of this specific incident remain unclear, but it underscores the inherent risks associated with battery-powered devices.
Safety Concerns
Overheating in a power bank like the INIU BI-B41 poses several significant safety concerns:
- Immediate Dangers:
* Thermal Burns: A severely overheated power bank can cause immediate thermal burns upon contact, ranging from mild to severe, depending on the temperature reached and duration of contact.
* Fire Hazard: Extreme overheating can lead to thermal runaway within the lithium-ion battery cells, potentially igniting the device itself or surrounding flammable materials. This poses a serious risk of house fires or personal injury.
* Explosion: In rare but severe cases, intense pressure build-up from thermal runaway can cause the battery casing to rupture or explode, ejecting hot fragments and corrosive chemicals.
* Chemical Exposure: If the battery casing is compromised due to overheating, it can leak corrosive and toxic chemicals, posing a risk of chemical burns or respiratory irritation.
- Long-Term Risks: Even if an overheating incident does not immediately result in fire or explosion, it can indicate a defect that could recur. Repeated overheating can degrade the battery’s lifespan, reduce its safety features, and increase the likelihood of more severe incidents in the future.
- Who Might Be Affected: Anyone using the power bank, particularly children or individuals with reduced sensation, is at risk of burns. The device’s placement (e.g., on a bed, near curtains, in a bag) can affect the extent of fire spread and property damage.
- Property Damage Potential: An overheating power bank can damage the surface it rests on (e.g., furniture, flooring), melt nearby plastics, or ignite flammable items, leading to significant property loss. If a fire escalates, it can cause extensive damage to homes or vehicles.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who own an INIU BI-B41 Power Bank should take the following precautions:
- Immediate Steps: If your power bank feels unusually hot, emits smoke, bulges, or makes unusual noises:
* Immediately discontinue use and disconnect it from any charging source or connected devices.
* Carefully move it to a non-flammable surface away from combustible materials (e.g., concrete floor, metal tray).
* Do not attempt to cool it with water, as this can react with lithium-ion batteries and worsen the situation.
* Do not puncture, crush, or disassemble the device.
* Once cooled and safe to handle, store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.
* Do not dispose of it in regular trash; follow local guidelines for electronic waste disposal.
- How to Check if You Own the Affected Product: Verify the model number “BI-B41” printed on your INIU power bank.
- Prevention Measures:
* Monitor Charging: Never leave power banks charging unattended, especially overnight or when you are not home.
* Use Original or Certified Cables: Always use the charging cable provided by the manufacturer or a reputable, certified third-party cable.
* Avoid Extreme Temperatures: Do not expose power banks to direct sunlight, hot cars, or extreme cold.
* Inspect Regularly: Check your power bank for any signs of damage, swelling, leakage, or deformation. Discontinue use immediately if any are observed.
* Proper Storage: Store power banks in a cool, dry place away from flammable materials when not in use.
* Supervise Children: Ensure children understand the risks and do not play with or misuse power banks.
- Reporting Procedures: If you experience an overheating incident or any malfunction with your INIU BI-B41 Power Bank or any consumer product, report it to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.SaferProducts.gov. You should also report the incident directly to the manufacturer.
Manufacturer’s Response
No response has been provided by INIU regarding this specific incident report. Consumers are encouraged to contact INIU directly with any concerns about their products.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.