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Burn / ScaldMay 28, 2026CPSC #26510

Lithium Coin Batteries Recalled Due to Battery Ingestion; Violates Federal Statute for Child-Resistant Packaging of Coin Batteries; Imported by Proudly American Store, of Canada

Brand
Unknown
Product
Batteries
Units affected
8,000
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves Panasonic-branded lithium coin batteries. The three-volt silver batteries were sold in clear plastic bags with one or two batteries. The brand name and "VL2020" are embossed on the battery. Panasonic is not alleged to have engaged in any wrongdoing.

Hazard

The recalled coin batteries are not in child-resistant packaging and do not bear the warning labels required under Reese's Law. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns, and death.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

Indonesia

Where it was sold

  • Online at Amazon.com from May 2025 through February 2026 for about $11.

Photos

Recalled Panasonic 3V VL2020 lithium coin batteryRecalled Panasonic 3V VL2020 lithium coin batteries
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