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Apple Adopts New Warning Labels for AirTags in Compliance with Safety Regulations
In a subtle but important update, Apple has modified the packaging of its AirTag devices to align with the requirements set forth by Reese’s Law.
This legislation mandates that products containing coin-cell batteries include cautionary messages, particularly warnings aimed at preventing young children’s access to these potentially hazardous components.
Redesign of Packaging Highlights Safety Measures
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) had previously issued a Notice of Violation to Apple due to their initial failure to adhere to Reese’s Law concerning AirTags. Effective from March 19, 2024, this law necessitates explicit warnings about the dangers associated with ingesting coin-cell batteries.
The updated packaging now features a warning symbol prominently on the exterior and within the battery compartment of each tracking tag. However, precise information regarding when these alterations were instated has not been disclosed by CPSC.
It remains uncertain whether Apple faced financial penalties for its previous non-compliance under this law and if these labeling changes have been applied exclusively in the United States or are part of a wider global initiative.
A Enhanced User Guidance in Find My App
To further ensure consumer safety after selling some units lacking necessary warnings, Apple has introduced an adjustment within its Find My app. Now users receive an alert about child safety whenever there’s a notification related to replacing an AirTag’s battery—this change was not formally announced by the company.
The device operates using a CR2032 coin cell battery that typically lasts around one year and is readily available for purchase, simplifying replacements as needed.