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Button and Coin Cell Batteries: Six Safer Storage Steps

Keep coin cells inaccessible, check compartments and handle used cells safely.

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CPSC

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CPSC warns that button-battery ingestion can rapidly cause severe internal injury. Seek emergency care immediately if ingestion is suspected.

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1. Find remotes, toys and other products that use button or coin batteries.
2. Check that battery compartments are properly secured with screws or child-resistant closures.
3. Remove devices with damaged compartments from children's reach and repair or replace them.
4. Keep new batteries packaged and stored securely away from children.
5. Tape the terminals of spent cells with nonconductive tape and follow local battery-collection rules.
6. If ingestion is suspected, seek emergency medical attention immediately without waiting for symptoms.