Coles and The Reject Shop Issue Urgent Warnings
Coles and The Reject Shop have recalled two Halloween products due to serious safety risks. The ACCC warns these items could cause choking, internal burns, or even death.
The Reject Shop Candle Risk
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The Reject Shop’s 2-wick novelty Halloween candle, sold between September 2 and October 8, may catch fire. The candle’s wicks are too close to the edge, which can cause the container to crack from heat and ignite.
Photo: Reject Shop – The Reject Shop has issued a product recall on a novelty candle for Halloween.
Details:
- Barcode: 9336672692269
- SKU: 30149720
Stop using the candle immediately. Return it to any Reject Shop for a full refund. No receipt is needed. For help, call 03 8371 5640 or email qa@rejectshop.com.au.
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Coles Bouncing Ball Danger
Coles’ LED light-up Halloween bouncing balls contain button batteries but lack proper safety warnings. If swallowed, button batteries can cause choking, internal burns, or death within two hours.
Image: Coles – Coles has issued a recall on Halloween LED light-up bouncing balls.
Keep this toy away from children. Contact RMS International for warning labels at 0408 066 395 or enquiries.australia@rmsint.com.
In Case of Emergency
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If a child swallows a battery, call Triple Zero (000) for breathing issues or the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 immediately.
