An official ACCC notice concerns Kong HandiPOD Mini Starter Kit. Children are at risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death if they swallow or place button/coin batteries inside their bodies. Serious injury can occur in as little as 2 hours and the results can be fatal. In Australia, children have suffered serious injuries or died from swallowing button/coin batteries. If you suspect a child has swallowed or inserted a button/coin battery: Call Triple Zero (000) if a child is having any difficulty breathing. Call the Poisons Information Centre immediately on 13 11 26, available 24 hours a day. They can direct you to an appropriate medical facility. Early action can save lives. Do not wait for symptoms to develop. Published 2025-10-01.
What to do now
1. Stop using the product immediately and keep out of reach of children 2. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Contact Phone: 1300 236 738 – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, AEST Monday to Friday Email: customerservice@centralpet.com.au Visit: http://www.centralpet.com.au
Recall number
4c5401a9-2acd-4bc8-a86b-a736e5fe2006
Official notice
2025-10-01
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Children are at risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death if they swallow or place button/coin batteries inside their bodies. Serious injury can occur in as little as 2 hours and the results can be fatal. In Australia, children have suffered serious injuries or died from swallowing button/coin batteries. If you suspect a child has swallowed or inserted a button/coin battery: Call Triple Zero (000) if a child is having any difficulty breathing. Call the Poisons Information Centre immediately on 13 11 26, available 24 hours a day. They can direct you to an appropriate medical facility. Early action can save lives. Do not wait for symptoms to develop.
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