World · India Bureau
Nearly 44,000 light-up children's toys recalled over battery safety risk
A major safety recall has been issued for approximately 43,674 light-up children's toys sold across multiple years due to accessible battery compartments that pose ingestion and chemical burn hazards. The recall affects light-up glasses, crown headbands, sparkle headbands, and light-up ties distributed from September 2016 through May 2026.
LSN India ·
Parents and guardians have been advised to immediately stop children from using the recalled light-up toys, which were sold for approximately one dollar each. The products in question feature dangerous battery compartments that can be easily accessed by children, creating significant safety risks including potential ingestion of batteries and chemical burns.
The recalled items include light-up glasses, crown headbands, sparkle headbands, and light-up ties that were distributed over nearly a decade. ABC Trading, the supplier of these products, has initiated the recall and is offering refunds to consumers who return or dispose of the items.
Parents who possess any of the recalled toys are urged to contact ABC Trading immediately to arrange refunds. The company has emphasized the importance of proper disposal following local hazardous waste protocols to prevent environmental contamination and further safety risks.
This recall underscores ongoing concerns about battery safety in children's products, particularly those with easily accessible compartments. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to regularly inspect children's toys for potential hazards and stay informed about product recalls affecting items in their homes.