AIMALL PTY LTD Recalls LED Light-up Headbands Due to Button Battery Safety Risks
AIMALL PTY LTD is recalling Bunny Ears, Angel, and Pearl LED Light-up Headbands because unsecured button batteries pose a severe injury or death risk to children.
What Happened
AIMALL PTY LTD has announced a recall of its Bunny Ears, Angel, and Pearl LED Light-up Headbands. The products do not comply with mandatory safety standards for items containing button or coin batteries. Specifically, the batteries are not properly secured, making them accessible to children. Furthermore, the product is missing essential warning information regarding the dangers of button batteries and instructions on what to do if a battery is ingested or inserted into the body.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves the following decorative light-up headbands used for parties and festive events:
- Product Name: Bunny Ears/Angel/Pearl LED Light-up Headband
- Supplier: AIMALL PTY. LTD.
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the headbands and ensure they are kept out of reach of children. Do not attempt to remove the batteries from the device. Instead, dispose of the product safely and contact AIMALL PTY. LTD. to return the item for a full refund.
For more information or to arrange a refund, contact AIMALL PTY. LTD. via the following channels:
- Phone: 1300 512 485 (Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 5:00 pm AEST)
- Email: support@aimallstore.com.au
- Website: https://www.aimallestore.com.au/
If you suspect a child has swallowed or inserted a button battery, call the Poisons Information Centre immediately on 13 11 26. If the child is bleeding or having difficulty breathing, call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
Why This Matters
Button and coin batteries pose a significant risk to children. If swallowed or placed inside the body, they can cause choking, severe internal chemical burns, or death. Early action is critical as symptoms may not develop immediately.
Source
Source: ACCC Official Notice