Minnie Mouse Light-Up Headband
Published 24 July 2013
Product
A battery-operated black headband with a pink plastic bow with polka-dots that lights up and flashes Identifying features description There is no specific model number for this item, but the product is easily identified by the circular Minnie Mouse sticker in the center of the pink bow on the front of the product.
Why it was recalled
The battery compartment is not secured with a screw or by sufficient means to prevent access by young children to the button batteries inside. The item also fails to comply with the mandatory standard for toys for children 0-36 months of age, AS/NZS ISO 8124.1:2002 (as amended by the regulation), because the batteries are small parts and are accessible without the use of a tool or by making two independent movements of the battery compartment lid.
Hazard
Button batteries can be swallowed by young children and potentially cause internal burn injuries, resulting in serious illness or possibly even death. The button batteries are also small parts and can present a choking hazard to children 0-36 months of age.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.