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Warning: electric nail clippers can trap skin and tongue in their spinning blades
A Japanese government consumer notice dated October 29, 2026 warns people to watch out for accidents when electric nail clippers catch body parts. According to the notice, skin, the tongue, or similar parts can get caught in the spinning blade and cannot be pulled free. The excerpt provided does not give further details on how many incidents occurred or which products are involved.
What does it mean?
Electric nail clippers have a spinning blade, and it can catch your skin or even your tongue so you cannot easily pull it free. Be careful when using them, and keep fingers and other body parts well away from the blade.
Who is affected?
People who use electric nail clippers, including children and anyone who uses them on others.