Battery chargers sold on Amazon recalled over risk of serious injury or death

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recalled about 1,100 units of lithium coin battery chargers with rechargeable 2032 batteries sold CT New Energy Technology on Amazon and Walmart, on August 28, according to a statement issued the agency. A battery charger product sold on Amazon was recalled due to death, serious injury risks. (Screengrab/CPSC) Also read: Prince Harry to finally meet King Charles? Upcoming UK visit sparks reunion rumors CPSC recalls chargers due to serious riskThe recalled product contains lithium coin batteries, which can be accessed children. If swallowed, the material could cause serious injuries, including chemical burns and death. The government agency also informed that the recalled units violated Reese’s Law because the coin batteries were dributed in non-child-resant packaging without proper warnings. The CPSC has asked CT New Energy Technology to refund all the customers who purchased the commodity. On their official website, as per cautionary measures, the CPSC has advised consumers to “stop using the charger” at once. They have also urged parents to keep the product away from children’s reach. Also read: Role Model brings Al Roker on stage as his surprise Sally. Watch CPSC asks consumers to destroy batteriesTo make them inoperative and avoid all sorts of risks, the CPSC asked consumers to soak the batteries “in water for 24 hours” for discharging the cells. “Contact CT New Energy Technology for a full refund, Child-Resant Safety Case, or replacement kit,” the government agency further instructed. As per the CPSC’s official website, complimentary repair kits and replacement kits will be available after August 30. “Button cell and coin batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled following local hazardous waste procedures,” the CPSC cautioned. According to Ann Marie Buerkle, a former CPSC chair, the government agency determines the severity of a potential injury based on “ the volume of product in the market” and injuries it can likely cause, Newsweek reported. FAQsWhich product sold CT New Energy Technology did the CPSC recall?The CPSC recalled 1,100 units of lithium coin battery chargers with rechargeable 2032 batteries sold CT New Energy Technology. Where were the recalled battery chargers sold?The recalled lithium battery chargers were sold on Amazon and Walmart. When will the complimentary repair kits and replacement kits be available?The complimentary repair kits and replacement kits will be available after August 30.