A California-based battery distributor is recalling more than 312,000 lithium coin battery packs sold on Amazon due to a packaging problem that could put children at risk of serious injury or death.
EEMB USA, also known as A2batt, Inc. issued a recall for lithium coin batteries packaged in pouches that are not child resistant as required under federal law.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 7 announced the recall of several models of eEMB lithium coin batteries sold online nationwide.
Which products are affected?
This recall applies to EEMB Lithium Coin battery packs sold in five-, 10- and 20-count packages. The recalled models include the CR2025, CR2032, CR2450, CR2477, CR2016, CR1220, CR1225, CR1616, CR1620, CR1632, and CR2025-10.
Lithium coin batteries are silver and have “EEMB” and the battery type printed on the face of the battery. According to the CPSC, the batteries were sold in white pouches with “EEMB” printed in the upper left corner.
Why are the batteries being recalled?
According to the CPSC, the battery pouches violate Reese’s Law, which requires child-resistant packaging for coin and button cell batteries.
Swallowing button cell or coin batteries can cause serious internal chemical burns, serious injuries and death, the agency said.
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Where were the batteries sold?
The recalled batteries were sold online at Amazon.com from August 2023 to April 2026 for between $3 and $9.
What should consumers do now?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lithium batteries and store them in an area inaccessible to children.
Customers may contact EEMB USA for a full refund. Consumers are also advised to properly dispose of or recycle button cell and coin batteries in accordance with local hazardous waste procedures.
The recall number is 26-465.
Reporting by Anthony Thompson, USA TODAY/USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect