PRA number
2021/19086
Published date
Product description
Plastic LED finger torch containing non-lithium button batteries
The product contains three button batteries
The product contains three button batteries
What are the defects?
The battery compartment is not adequately secured and the button batteries in the product are easily accessible.
What are the hazards?
If young children gain access to the button batteries and ingest them, they may suffer internal burn injuries, which can result in serious illness and even death. In addition, the batteries may pose a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the product and ensure it is kept out of reach of children. Owners of the affected products have been advised by their school to return the product to the school office for a full refund.
For more information, consumers can contact Glowstix Australia on 1300 858 100 (Monday to Friday 9am- 5pm AEST) or via email at info@glowstix.com.au
For more information, consumers can contact Glowstix Australia on 1300 858 100 (Monday to Friday 9am- 5pm AEST) or via email at info@glowstix.com.au
Supplier
Traders who sold this product
Sold by four schools
Where the product was sold
New South Wales
Queensland
Western Australia
Dates available for sale
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Recall advertisements and supporting documentation
Responsible regulator
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.
