January 21, 2026 – A TG90 5000mAh Ultra Slim Power Bank is reported to have ignited spontaneously while charging in a kitchen AC outlet, leading to a fire that damaged kitchen cabinets and caused smoke inhalation. The incident, reported on December 31, 2025, highlights potential safety risks associated with certain consumer electronics, particularly lithium-ion battery products.
Product Details
Incident Overview
The incident occurred when a TG90 5000mAh Ultra Slim Power Bank was plugged into a standard kitchen AC outlet for charging. Crucially, the power bank was not connected to any external devices at the time of the incident; it was simply recharging its internal battery. The consumer had purchased this specific power bank from Amazon on March 15, 2025.
According to the report, the battery power pack ignited, subsequently causing nearby kitchen cabinets to catch fire. The fire resulted in significant damage, primarily to the overhead kitchen cabinets, and from the melted plastic of the power bank’s housing. The occupants also experienced some smoke inhalation before the fire was successfully extinguished.
The manufacturer, identified as “SHENZHEN BEYEAR APPLIANCE CO.,LTD dba TG90,” also lists itself as “Shenzhenshiweilaishenniaojishuyouxiangongsi” on Amazon, indicating a business based in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China. While the specific product page for the power bank involved in the incident appears to have been removed by the seller, the company continues to sell similar models, including what appears to be an identical charging pack, with many positive product reviews on Amazon. As of the report date, there has been no public product recall or safety alert issued by Amazon regarding this specific power bank or similar products from this seller.
Safety Concerns
This incident raises serious safety concerns, primarily revolving around the potential for thermal runaway and fire hazards associated with lithium-ion battery products:
- Immediate Dangers: The most immediate danger is the risk of fire and explosion. Lithium-ion batteries, if defective or improperly manufactured, can overheat, ignite, and explode, releasing toxic fumes and flammable materials. This can lead to rapid spread of fire within a home.
- Property Damage Potential: As demonstrated in this case, a product fire can quickly cause substantial property damage. Kitchens, with their combustible materials (cabinets, curtains, food packaging), are particularly vulnerable to fire damage.
- Personal Injury and Health Risks: Beyond direct burns from contact with the burning product, the generation of smoke and harmful gases poses a significant health risk. Smoke inhalation can cause respiratory issues, carbon monoxide poisoning, and other serious health complications, especially for children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing conditions.
- Undetected Hazards: The fact that the product ignited while simply charging, without any connected devices, suggests an internal defect or manufacturing flaw. The lack of a recall or safety alert means that other consumers may unknowingly possess and use potentially hazardous devices.
- Supply Chain Transparency: The incident also highlights challenges with products from less transparent supply chains. When product pages are removed and manufacturers are based overseas, it can complicate consumer awareness, recalls, and accountability.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who own a TG90 5000mAh Ultra Slim Power Bank or similar charging devices from the manufacturer SHENZHEN BEYEAR APPLIANCE CO.,LTD dba TG90 should take the following precautions:
- Immediately Stop Use: If you own this specific model or a similar TG90 power bank, cease using it immediately. Unplug it from all power sources and any connected devices.
- Proper Disposal: Do not dispose of lithium-ion batteries in regular household trash. Contact your local waste management facility for instructions on safe battery recycling or disposal.
- Identify Your Product: Check your power bank for the brand “TG90” and “5000mAh.” If you purchased it from Amazon around March 2025 or later, and it matches the description (ultra-slim design), it could be the affected model.
- Charging Safety Practices: Always charge power banks on a non-flammable surface, away from combustible materials (like curtains, paper, or upholstered furniture). Do not leave charging devices unattended, especially overnight or when leaving the house. Use only the charging cables and adapters provided by reputable manufacturers.
- Report Incidents: If you experience any overheating, swelling, unusual smells, or ignition from a power bank or any consumer product, immediately stop using it, take photos if safe to do so, and report the incident to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at SaferProducts.gov.
- Stay Informed: Monitor official recall websites (like CPSC.gov) for any potential future recalls or safety alerts related to this product or similar models.
Manufacturer’s Response
The manufacturer, SHENZHEN BEYEAR APPLIANCE CO.,LTD dba TG90, has provided a response to this incident report. Specific details of their response are not publicly available in the incident report.
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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.