A California-based battery distributor is recalling more than 312,000 lithium coin battery packs sold on Amazon due to a packaging issue that poses a risk of serious injury or death to children.
EEMB USA, also known as A2batt, Inc., issued the 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 announced the recall May 7, covering multiple models of EEMB lithium coin batteries sold online nationwide.
What Products Are Affected?
The recall applies to EEMB lithium coin battery packs sold in five-, 10- and 20-count packages. Recalled models include CR2025, CR2032, CR2450, CR2477, CR2016, CR1220, CR1225, CR1616, CR1620, CR1632 and CR2025-10.
The lithium coin batteries are silver and have “EEMB” and the battery type printed on the face of the battery. The batteries were sold in white pouches with “EEMB” printed in the upper left corner, according to the CPSC.
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.
If swallowed, button cell or coin batteries can cause severe 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 through April 2026 for between $3 and $9.
What Should Consumers Do Now?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lithium batteries and place them in an area that children cannot access.
Customers can 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
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