A popular range of Christmas-themed candles sold at Dusk stores across Australia has been recalled due to safety fears.The recall was issued for the scented candles with light-up LED lights after it failed to comply with mandatory information standards for items containing button/coin batteries.The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) warned the product could pose a serious risk to young children.
Christmas themed light-up candles have been recalled. (Supplied)"The product does not include the required warning information," the ACCC said."There is a risk of choking, severe internal burn injuries or death to young children if they gain access to the button/coin batteries and swallow or place them inside their body."Severe or fatal injuries can happen in 2 hours or less. Consumers may be unaware that the product contains button batteries."The items were sold across the country at Dusk stores from October 24 to December 12.Affected models include:
- • Flower Market – 50225095
- • Fresh Evergreen – 50225101
- • Fruit Market – 50225118
- • Sweet Shop – 50225125
People are urged to stop using the product immediately and keep it out of reach of children.Contact dusk to receive the warning information or visit the dusk product recalls webpage for more information.
