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March 2017

LED finger lights, removed from sale in Europe, still for sale in Australia

Disco Fingers branded LED finger lights have been removed from sale in Denmark.

The button cell batteries are easily accessible without the use of tools. A child is able to access the batteries and may put them in the mouth or swallow them, causing damage to the gastrointestinal tract. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 62115.
RAPEX alert A11/0054/17

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Extremely similar products are still for sale in Australia, including at GlowSticksLtd.com.au , and various eBay sellers, including this one.


Amber teething necklaces

The risks poses by amber teething necklaces have been known for some time. In 2011, the Australian government issued a safety warning notice about amber teething necklaces, stating "ACCC testing of several of these products indicated that they could break into small parts and present a choking hazard to children under three years of age."

Years afterwards, amber teething necklaces are still being sold and promoted in Australia as products suitable for children.

There are still reports on injuries and near misses associated with amber teething necklaces, including this one from 2015, when a 15 month-old toddler was very nearly strangled.

Amber teething necklaces have recently been recalled in the EU. RAPEX alert A12/0330/17 is a UK recall of 'It's Handmade' branded amber anklet/bracelet. The notice states that the product presents a serious risk and is a choking hazard. "The beads can easily become detached. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke."

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