Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2020L01659:reg:9
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2020L01659
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 9
Character Range: 6014–8001

9  Warnings required on packaging of button/coin batteries
 (1) The packaging of a button/coin battery must be marked with a warning that is clearly visible, prominent and legible.
 (2) The warning must include the substance of all of the following:
 (a) an alert word (such as DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION) with the letters of the alert word in upper case;
 (b) a combination of an internationally recognised safety alert symbol and an internationally recognised "keep out of reach of children" symbol;
 (c) a statement to the effect that the battery is hazardous and is to be kept away from children (whether the battery is new or used);
 (d) if the battery is a lithium button/coin battery—a statement to the effect that the battery can cause severe or fatal injuries in 2 hours or less if it is swallowed or placed inside any part of the body;
 (e) if the battery is a non‑lithium button/coin battery—a statement to the effect that the battery can cause serious injuries if it is swallowed or placed inside any part of the body;
 (f) advice to the effect that medical attention should be sought immediately if it is suspected the battery has been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body.
 (3) Without limiting where the warning is marked on the packaging, the warning may be marked on the packaging by:
 (a) if there is sufficient space, marking all the matters specified in subsection (2) on the front of the packaging; or
 (b) if there is insufficient space, marking the packaging as follows:
 (i) marking the front with the matters specified in paragraphs (2)(a) to (c);
 (ii) marking the other matters specified in subsection (2) elsewhere on the packaging.
 (4) A warning on the packaging of a lithium button/coin battery includes the matters specified in subsection (2) if the warning is in the form specified in figure 9 of clause 7.2 of the Primary Batteries Standard.
Note: The following is a reproduction of figure 9 of clause 7.2 of the Primary Batteries Standard: