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Product Recall
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
Recalled Panasonic 3V VL2020 lithium coin battery
VL2020 Lithium Coin Batteries
Recall Date: May 28th, 2026
Units: About 8,000
Hazards: 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.
Remedies: Refund
Consumers should stop using the coin batteries immediately, place them in an area that children cannot access and contact Proudly American Store for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to dispose of the batteries according to local hazardous waste guidelines. Note: Button cell batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.
Description
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.
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Recalled Panasonic 3V VL2020 lithium coin battery
Recalled Panasonic 3V VL2020 lithium coin batteries
Consumer Contact:
Proudly American Store by email at [email protected].Injuries:
None reported
Retailers:
Online at Amazon.com from May 2025 through February 2026 for about $11.
Importers:
Proudly American Store, of Canada
