Pinks fun & games — Toy torch

PRA number

2023/19761

Published date

Product description

Small plastic torch, with sliding power switch.
Supplied as a prize at the Newcastle Show between 3-5 March 2023.

photograph of toy torch
photograph of toy torch

Reasons the product is recalled

The product does not comply with the mandatory standard for products containing button/coin batteries.
The torch has no warning label and the battery compartment is not secure.

The hazards to consumers

Consumers may be unaware that the product contains a button battery.
If young children gain access to button batteries and ingest them, they are likely to suffer severe internal burn injuries, which can result in serious injury or death.
Button batteries also pose a choking hazard to young children.

What consumers should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the torch and keep it out of reach of children. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement prize.

For more information contact Pinks Fun & Games by phone on 0408115840.

Supplier

Pinks fun & games

Traders who sold this product

Pinks Fun and Games (Newcastle Show)

Where the product was sold

New South Wales

Dates available for sale

-

Recall advertisements and supporting documentation

Responsible regulator

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is the responsible regulator for this recall.

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