A growing list of medical associations are pushing for battery manufacturers to make a button or "coin cell" battery that will not lead to devastating injuries when swallowed.

Button batteries come in many sizes and power levels, and finding the one you need can be a pain. Depending on your device, these LR44 alternatives may work.

Button cell, or coin cell, batteries are ubiquitous in toys and household products. They’re also uniquely dangerous to young children. If swallowed, a button battery can burn tissue inside the ...

Protect your children from the hazards of small button cell batteries in toys and decorations. Learn about the dangers and steps to ensure safety.

Button cell, or coin cell, batteries are ubiquitous in toys and household products. They’re also uniquely dangerous to young children. If swallowed, a button battery can burn tissue inside the ...

And since single-stream batteries contain valuable metals, recycling them represents the most sustainable choice. Button batteries power everything from watches to hearing aids.

Despite their small size, these batteries can be powerful and potentially deadly if swallowed, especially by young children.

New regulations from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) are set to go into effect on March 19, 2024, for manufacturers and importers of consumer products containing button cell and coin ...

Inexpensive coin- and button-cell holders of stamped metal may work for a while, but their longer electrical and mechanical integrity is questionable while their user convenience varies widely.