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ACCC Product Safety

Product safety regulation in Australia is a shared responsibility between the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and other regulators.

The ACCC enforce the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and other legislation promoting competition and fair trading, product safety and regulation of national infrastructure.

Vision and mission

The ACCC’s role is to address the risk of serious injury, serious illness and death from safety hazards in consumer products, and to raise public awareness.

The ACCC Product Safety Priorities set out the principles adopted annually by the ACCC for prioritising and addressing these risks.

The ACCC oversee mandatory standards, bans and consumer product recalls, take compliance and enforcement action, advocate for reform and educate industry and consumers.

How ACCC Product Safety can help

The ACCC Product Safety website provides a single-entry point for recalled products, directing consumers to the appropriate regulator. It also provides a range of safety information across various product categories, as well as enabling consumers to report unsafe products.

Businesses can find information about any laws, bans, standards or restrictions that may apply when supplying products in Australia. It also enables businesses to submit product recalls, mandatory injury reports and other information required by law.

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Last reviewed: May 2025

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Button batteries guide | ACCC Product Safety

Button batteries are dangerous and can cause serious injuries or death if swallowed or inserted. Act immediately if you suspect your child has swallowed or inserted a button battery.

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Handle chemicals and poisons safely | ACCC Product Safety

Our guides help you to handle chemicals and poisons safely. We provide practical tips to use when you buy and use these products.

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Hot water bottles guide | ACCC Product Safety

A hot water bottle is a sealed container filled with hot water used for easing pain, or for warming a bed or parts of the body. They should be replaced every year.

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Children's nightwear guide | ACCC Product Safety

Children can suffer severe burns if their nightwear catches fire. Make sure you check the clothing label for information about fire danger.

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Baby bath aids guide | ACCC Product Safety

Baby bath aids are not safety devices. Make sure you buy a baby bath aid with a safety warning statement on the product. Always supervise your baby in the bath.

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Baby exercise jumpers guide | ACCC Product Safety

Babies and toddlers can suffer serious injuries if unsupervised in baby exercise jumpers. Child safety experts do not recommend baby exercise jumpers.

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Baby carriers, wraps and slings guide | ACCC Product Safety

Baby carriers, wraps and slings can help move baby around. They can put baby at risk of serious injuries or suffocation if not used properly. Make sure you know how to use them safely and follow the TICKS method.

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Baby walkers guide | ACCC Product Safety

Babies and toddlers can suffer serious injuries if unsupervised in baby walkers. If you buy a baby walker, make sure there is a safety warning statement on the product.

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Car seats guide | ACCC Product Safety

All children’s car seats sold in Australia must meet the mandatory safety standard. They reduce the risk of injury and death in a car accident.

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Dummies and dummy chains guide | ACCC Product Safety

Dummies and dummy chains can choke or strangle your baby. They must comply with the mandatory standard to be safe for babies to use.

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