PRA number
2018/16811
Published date
Product description
LED alloy torch on keyring with laser-engraved logo. The torch comes in a variety of colours: purple, black, red, orange or green. The torch is packed in a thin, bubble wrap sleeve and plain white box. LED torch measurements are 8mm(w) x 24.4mm(l).
What are the defects?
The battery compartment on the torch is not adequately secured with a screw or mechanism, allowing possible access to the button batteries inside.
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 immediately and safely dispose of it, or return the product to MSD Animal Health.
Send the product to: Attention: Customer Service, Building A, Level 1, 26 Talavera Road, Macquarie Park, NSW, 2113.
For further information, consumers can contact MSD Animal Health on 1800 033 461.
Send the product to: Attention: Customer Service, Building A, Level 1, 26 Talavera Road, Macquarie Park, NSW, 2113.
For further information, consumers can contact MSD Animal Health on 1800 033 461.
Traders who sold this product
The torches were made available to various veterinary clinics and pet retailers nationally as a free promotional item.
Where the product was sold
Nationally
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.
