Temu LED spinning top recalled due to chemical hazard from button batteries
A safety issue has been identified with a LED spinning top sold on the TEMU platform due to accessible button batteries, which pose a chemical risk. Children may swallow the batteries, potentially causing gastrointestinal damage.
- Brand
- null
- Product
- LED spinning top
- Batch codes
- 601099545120913, 5411677678
- Sold on
- Temu
- What to do
- Customers should stop using the product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children.
The recall involves an LED spinning top that is powered by button batteries, which has been sold on the TEMU platform. The concern arises from the battery compartment being easily opened, making the button batteries accessible to children. If a child were to swallow these batteries, it could lead to serious damage to their gastrointestinal tract.
Approximately 603 units of this product are affected in the Republic of Ireland. Consumers are advised to stop using the spinning top immediately and ensure it is kept out of reach of children to prevent any potential accidents.
TEMU has reached out to customers who purchased the affected product and has issued reimbursements to those impacted. If you have not received a refund or have any questions regarding this recall, you should contact TEMU’s Dedicated Customer Service team for assistance.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 28 January 2025 A safety issue has been identified with a LED spinning top powered by button batteries sold on the TEMU platform. The risk reported to the CCPC is chemical. The battery compartment can be easily opened, leaving the button batteries accessible. A child may put them in the mouth and swallow them, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestina…
Read the full notice at Competition & Consumer Protection Commission →
Frequently asked questions
Is LED spinning top being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. A safety issue has been identified with a LED spinning top sold on the TEMU platform due to accessible button batteries, which pose a chemical risk. Children may swallow the batteries, potentially causing gastrointestinal damage.
Why is LED spinning top being recalled?
The recall relates to a chemical hazard. A safety issue has been identified with a LED spinning top sold on the TEMU platform due to accessible button batteries, which pose a chemical risk. Children may swallow the batteries, potentially causing gastrointestinal damage.
What should I do if I have this product?
Customers should stop using the product immediately and keep it out of the reach of children.
Which batches of LED spinning top are affected?
The affected batch codes are: 601099545120913, 5411677678.
Where was LED spinning top sold?
It was sold via Temu.
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