Australia’s consumer watchdog, the ACCC, takes legal action against Kmart, alleging breaches of Australian Consumer Law related to two home-brand product lines.
The ACCC says Kmart sold OXX nail glue to millions of customers, with the glue allegedly causing severe chemical burns, including cases described as third-degree injuries. The ACCC also alleges Kmart sold Anko children’s watches that contain button batteries that were not properly tested or compliant.
Across outlets, the central focus is the scope of the alleged harm and the scale of distribution. Reporting highlights that affected customers have described serious injuries, including hospitalisation and skin grafts in some cases. The coverage frames the matter as an ACCC enforcement action in the Federal Court, with the regulator seeking accountability for the alleged safety and compliance failures, while Kmart has not been found liable in the reporting provided.
