Landsdowne Labs develops ChildLok™, a button battery technology that deactivates batteries upon accidental ingestion, utilizing advanced material science to mitigate health risks in children. The company also creates specialized medical tape designed for fragile skin populations, addressing the need for safer medical solutions in vulnerable demographics.
Funding
$4.8M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Accidental ingestion of button batteries by children poses a significant health risk, leading to severe tissue damage and potential fatalities. Current button battery designs offer no protection against internal injuries once swallowed.
Solution
Landsdowne Labs has developed ChildLok™, a button battery technology engineered to deactivate upon ingestion, mitigating the risk of internal burns and tissue damage. This technology utilizes advanced material science to neutralize the battery's electrochemical potential when exposed to bodily fluids, preventing the generation of hydroxide that causes esophageal and intestinal injuries. ChildLok™ aims to provide a turnkey, low-cost solution for global battery manufacturers seeking to enhance product safety and address the growing health crisis associated with button battery ingestion.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes global button battery manufacturers seeking to incorporate safety features into their products, as well as consumer safety organizations and healthcare providers focused on child safety.
Features
- Advanced material science formulation that deactivates the battery upon contact with bodily fluids.
- Prevents the generation of hydroxide, the primary cause of tissue damage from ingested batteries.
- Turnkey solution for integration into existing button battery manufacturing processes.
- Designed for global companies seeking to enhance product safety.