Button batteries pose life-threatening dangers to young children
CanadaButton batteries pose life-threatening dangers to young children
Recalling Firm: Communications and Public Affairs Branch
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedPhysical hazard
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedIt is important to act quickly if someone has swallowed a button battery as it can cause life-threatening internal burns in as little as two hours. Even used or expired batteries can cause life-threatening injuries.Someone who has swallowed a button battery may not show any symptoms or they may show non-specific symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal or chest pain, fever, difficulty breathing and swallowing or loss of appetite. If you think that a child or adult has swallowed a button battery, get them to the nearest emergency department immediately. Do not induce vomiting.Several health organizations, including the Ontario Poison Centre and Alberta Health Services, advise giving your child honey on the way to the emergency department, as studies have shown that this may reduce the risk of serious injury. Take your child to the nearest emergency department immediately. Do not delay to obtain or give them honey. Remember that Health Canada advises to only give honey to healthy children over one year of age to avoid the risk of infant botulism.Due to the dangers they pose to young children, especially those under the age of five, new or used button batteries should always be stored out of sight and reach of children.Check regularly that button battery compartments are secure.Look for products with battery compartments that are not easy to open.Always supervise children when they use products containing button batteries.Never store button batteries near food and/or medicine.When replacing button batteries, make sure that used batteries are discarded quickly and properly and are out of sight and reach of children.Place pieces of non-conductive tape (packing, scotch or electrical tape) on either side of button batteries after removing them from products and before disposing of them.Contact your municipality for instructions on how to safely dispose of button batteries. Batteries are considered hazardous waste and should not be placed in household garbage.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedButton batteries
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| N I D | 78093 |
| U R L | https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/button-batteries-pose-life-threatening-dangers-young-children |
| Issue | Physical hazard |
| Title | Button batteries pose life-threatening dangers to young children |
| Product | Button batteries |
| Archived | 0 |
| Category | Electronics - Household items - Other |
| Last updated | 2021-11-15 |
| Organization | Communications and Public Affairs Branch |
| What you should do | It is important to act quickly if someone has swallowed a button battery as it can cause life-threatening internal burns in as little as two hours. Even used or expired batteries can cause life-threatening injuries.Someone who has swallowed a button battery may not show any symptoms or they may show non-specific symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal or chest pain, fever, difficulty breathing and swallowing or loss of appetite. If you think that a child or adult has swallowed a button battery, get them to the nearest emergency department immediately. Do not induce vomiting.Several health organizations, including the Ontario Poison Centre and Alberta Health Services, advise giving your child honey on the way to the emergency department, as studies have shown that this may reduce the risk of serious injury. Take your child to the nearest emergency department immediately. Do not delay to obtain or give them honey. Remember that Health Canada advises to only give honey to healthy children over one year of age to avoid the risk of infant botulism.Due to the dangers they pose to young children, especially those under the age of five, new or used button batteries should always be stored out of sight and reach of children.Check regularly that button battery compartments are secure.Look for products with battery compartments that are not easy to open.Always supervise children when they use products containing button batteries.Never store button batteries near food and/or medicine.When replacing button batteries, make sure that used batteries are discarded quickly and properly and are out of sight and reach of children.Place pieces of non-conductive tape (packing, scotch or electrical tape) on either side of button batteries after removing them from products and before disposing of them.Contact your municipality for instructions on how to safely dispose of button batteries. Batteries are considered hazardous waste and should not be placed in household garbage. |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (Health Canada).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Button batteries pose life-threatening dangers to young children?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (Health Canada). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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