Wicks & Wax branded LED tealights and candles - multiple products (updated)
Published 19 April 2023
Product
Recall updated on 5 April 2024 to add the 2 pack LED candle, add additional retailers who sold the product, and extend the dates of supply. LED tealights: • 10 pack white • 6 pack white • 6 pack gold • 6 pack silver • 4 pack white LED candle: • 2 pack white Identifying features description Item codes: 020389, 054872, 054865, 054889, 050928, 054858
Why it was recalled
The products do not comply with the mandatory standards for products containing button/coin batteries . The product's battery compartment is not secure and its packaging does not display the required warning label and treatment advice in case of ingestion.
Hazard
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.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.