Leetous Glow Sticks Recall

Leetous recalls Glow sticks and glasses Party Pack Toys because of a serious injury or death from an ingestion hazard.

This action violates federal regulations for battery-operated toys. The product was recalled on April 17, 2025 ⁽²⁾.

Adhering to safety standards when manufacturing baby toys is essential, as babies often put things in their mouths. More importantly, parents should be vigilant and follow safety tips when their baby is playing with toys, especially battery-operated ones.

Overview of the Leetous Glow Sticks Recall

This recall involves Leetous LED glow sticks and glasses party pack toys.

The party pack includes six light-up glasses (in blue, pink, and white) and six glow sticks (in orange, green, blue, red, and purple).

The products are packaged in a blue box with party graphics. The Leetous logo is printed on the upper left corner of the box, and “Model No LTXN1003” is printed on the back.

They were sold on Amazon.com from October 2024 through February 2025 for about $15 until the recall, and about 6,300 units of this product were affected. The remedy offered was a refund.

The glow sticks and glasses violate the mandatory federal battery-operated toy regulation because the button cell batteries are in a compartment that can be easily opened without a common household tool. When button cell and coin batteries are swallowed, they can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns, or death, posing an ingestion hazard to children.

The Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA) and the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) ⁽³⁾ set strict safety standards for battery-operated toys, particularly those intended for children under 12 years of age. 

Battery-operated toys must have securely fastened battery compartments, and access should only be possible with a common household tool, such as a screwdriver, to prevent children from easily reaching button cell or coin batteries.

Toys containing button cells or coin batteries must have clear warning labels on the product and packaging. These labels should highlight the dangers of ingestion and advise caregivers to keep the product out of reach of children if the battery compartment is insecure.

Post-Recall Action For You

If you own any of these recalled products, here’s what you need to do:

• You should immediately stop using the recalled glow sticks and glasses and take them away from children.  

• Remove the batteries from the glow sticks and party glasses immediately, and contact Leetous for information on how to dispose of the product to receive a full refund. ⁽²⁾.

However, button cells and coin batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled in accordance with local regulations for hazardous waste.

Before disposing of any battery-operated toy, remove the batteries and recycle them.

Leetous and Amazon are contacting all known purchasers directly.  

If you were not contacted, you can contact them using the following contact information: amazonus@leetous.com.

Toy Safety and Prevention

Toys keep children busy, and they also give parents some time to do other things. Toys aren’t just for play, they’re your baby’s first companions and learning tools.  

However, toys can also pose hazards, including flammability, hygiene issues, chemical exposure, and radioactivity.  

For example, if toys are not manufactured carefully and accurately, they may release toxic substances (chemical hazard) or break into smaller pieces that children can accidentally swallow.

Babies put everything they get in their little hands into their mouths, including the lovely, bright, and colorful plastic toys we buy. Some standards guide the use of toys, as baby toys can pose choking hazards if not used properly.

Here are safety tips to help you guide your child when using toys: ⁽¹⁾.

• Don’t give young children toys with small parts, such as removable eyes or noses. They are choking hazards.

•  Pay attention to safety labels on dolls and other stuffed toys, such as “Flame retardant/flame resistant” or “Washable/Hygienic materials.”

• Inspect all toys for sharp points or edges, which can cause injuries.

• Keep toys and play equipment in good condition. Discard any broken toys to prevent injuries.

• Supervision is essential. Provide safe, hazard-free play environments both indoors and outdoors.

• Encourage children to store their toys properly from a young age to prevent accidental falls.

• Conduct regular inspections of toys to ensure they are safe and durable.

It is important to stay updated on recall alerts to avoid buying a recalled product or toy.  Always check the CPSC website for updates on recalled products.  

And please, raise awareness by sharing this article with a mother you know.