Minecraft Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelet Recalled Over Battery Ingestion Hazard

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Innovative Designs Issues Recall for Minecraft Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelet Because Children Can Be Seriously Injured or Killed If They Ingest the Small Button Cell Batteries

Minecraft Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelet Recalled Over Battery Ingestion Hazard

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (August 12, 2025) – Minecraft Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelets have been recalled because they violate federal safety standards and pose a serious risk of injury and death from battery ingestion.

A recall was issued on July 24, 2025. Roughly 75,900 units were sold prior to the recall.

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the battery compartment of the light-up Minecraft Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelet can easily be opened by kids. This allows them easy access to the bottom cell batteries contained inside.

This poses a serious risk that small children may swallow the coin batteries and be seriously injured in the process. No injuries have been reported at this time.

Injuries Caused by Button Cell Batteries

Accidents involving children swallowing button cell batteries are unfortunately quite common. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “From 1997 to 2010, an estimated 40,400 children aged <13 years were treated in hospital emergency departments (EDs) for battery-related injuries, including confirmed or possible battery ingestions. Nearly three quarters of the injuries involved children aged ≤4 years; 10% required hospitalization.” Ingesting button cell batteries can lead to all sorts of health complications and injuries.

  • Chemical burns
  • Thermal burns
  • Eye injuries
  • Intestinal injuries
  • Septic shock
  • Death

Many of the injuries associated with these accidents may not be immediately obvious. Any child that swallows a battery should be taken to the hospital immediately. These accidents are nearly always preventable. They tend to be the result of companies that fail to adhere to safety regulations. Part of the problem is that toys often get imported from other countries with safety standards that are not as strict.

Liability for Injuries Caused by Defective Children’s Toys

Companies that manufacture toys for children must ensure that their products are reasonably safe. They must adhere to all federal guidelines related to small batteries. Among other things, small batteries should not be easily accessible to children. Companies should take several measures to prevent toys with small batteries from becoming hazards.

  • Secure Battery Compartments: Manufacturers should require a tool to open any compartment that has a small battery.
  • Compliance with Safety Standards: Manufacturers must comply with all safety standards related to secure battery enclosures for toys.
  • Warning and Labeling: Manufacturers should include warning labels and instructions for all toys that have small batteries.

When a manufacturer creates a toy that violates federal safety standards, this could form the basis of a product liability claim. These companies could also be liable for failing to warn consumers about the latent dangers of their products. Any person injured by a defective children’s toy may be able to seek some measure of accountability through a personal injury claim.

Getting Legal Help for Injuries Caused by Defective Children’s Toys

We at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates extend our best wishes to all of the children and parents who have been harmed by dangerous toys. It is our sincere hope that all of the Minecraft Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelets will be successfully recalled before any child is seriously injured or killed. Parents should not have to worry that the toys they buy for their children may become lethal hazards.

Has your child been injured after ingesting button cell batteries? You may have legal recourse. Our team of product liability attorneys is here to help you. We can investigate the unique facts of your case free of cost and let you know if you have a claim that can be pursued. Whether you just have questions or are interested in hiring an attorney, we are here to support you. You can reach out to us anytime at (312) 564-4256.