Rite Aid Mini Digital Temple Touch Thermometer
Published 9 March 2018
Product
Rite Aid mini digital temple touch thermometer Lot Number 5216, displayed on the base of the thermometer ARTG Number 171947
Why it was recalled
The battery compartment on the thermometer is not adequately secured, allowing access to the button batteries inside.
Hazard
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 or permanent injury. In addition, the batteries may pose a choking hazard to young children.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.