New Energizer batteries cannot be burned if swallowed

Energizer has announced a new line of lithium-ion batteries that it claims are the world’s first to eliminate the risk of ignition and ignition if swallowed. His The Ultimate Child Shield line includes three sizes available as of today – 2032, 2025, and 2016 – that are widely used in devices such as remote controls, wearables, and trackers such as Apple’s AirTags.

Most swallowed batteries pass through the body’s digestive system without causing harm. But if someone gets stuck in the throat, it can be more dangerous than just choking. When the battery comes in contact with saliva it can generate electricity, which causes a chemical change causing alkaline tissue inflammation which can cause serious injury in a matter of hours.

Today’s announcement doesn’t detail how the new Energizer Ultimate Child Shield line prevents swallowed batteries from causing shockwaves and dangerous chemical effects, but it works in conjunction with other safety measures. already available on some Energizer batteries. In addition to pediatric placement, coin batteries are covered by a pain (same as content on Nintendo Switch cartridges) to prevent ingestion, is a food-colored dye that turns the mouth blue when exposed to saliva indicating that the battery has been swallowed.

Although they say that the risk of serious or life-threatening burns is over, Energizer still recommends getting medical help immediately “in all cases of battery absorption,” even if you suspect that a child or pet (the paint works with cats and dogs, too) has swallowed it.