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Australian toddler in coma after inhaling cake decorating dust
- A nationwide recall of a metallic cake decorating powder was issued after a Gold Coast toddler was placed in an induced coma.
- Authorities urge consumers to stop using the powder and return it for a refund.
- Dusty Wildman, the toddler, became critically ill after exposure while his mother baked a Bluey-themed cake.
- Copper particles accumulated in the child's lungs as the powder does not dissolve easily in blood.
- Crumb Australia withdrew the product from sale and notified retailers before the formal recall.
- The recall covered five colours: rose gold, fiery copper, Dior gold, platinum silver and champagne gold.
- The powder was marketed as non-toxic and intended for decorative use on removable cake parts.
- The incident prompted questions about consumer confusion due to product placement with edible decorations.
- The ACCC urged parents to keep such powders away from children and seek refunds.
- The mother and family expressed relief that the child is recovering, with long-term health risks possible.
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