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Why are dangerous products still being sold online?

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Which?
Published
Mar 24, 2026
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Summary

More of us than ever are shopping online. But the regulations that are meant to keep us safe aren't working, putting us at risk from buying dangerous and illegal products through major retailers. In this episode of Which? Shorts, we report on the rise of online marketplaces run by well-known retailers and highlight the significant failings that are leading to people being harmed by unsafe products. Read more of our investiagtion on our website & sign up for our free Weekly Scoop newsletter Become a Which? member for 50% off the usual price