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Apologies if this has been discussed before. I searched but couldn’t find anything. I still haven’t gotten new hearing aids with rechargeable batteries, so am still needing my old 312 disposible batteries. Since the new law went into effect, the Costco batteries are a nightmare to get into the packages. Does anyone have a recommendation for a source for batteries that, while still staying in compliance with the new law, have easier packaging to get into? And also are decent batteries that last a reasonable amount of time? Thanks!
Editing to say I did just now find this post: "Child Resistant" hearing aid batteries — issues? - #141 by Reed

Lots in that post. I guess I am wondering if all the packaging is the same, requiring hefty scissors to get into them or if some manufacturer has found a better method to satisfy the law and make it easier for the consumer.

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All the manufacturers seem to have switched to these new childproof ones.

I plan to keep the packaging of the older version, use a box cutter to remove batteries from the new version and then replace them in the old package.

You can also buy containers that hold a couple of batteries and can be attached to a key chain. I might try this.

My next hearing aids will definitely be rechargeable!

I use the Costco 312s. I just twist the thing a few times and it can easily be pried apart. No scissors and certainly no box cutters. They are not child resistant for a bright child.

I don’t have any problems with the child resistant battery packages at Costco, and I can’t believe folks are still having issues with this.

You just need a pair scissors and cut all the way to the center of the package.

I am having an issue just because I am nearly completely blind. It would be nice to have a child proof packaging that doesn’t involve having to use scissors to cut into the packaging. It sounds like all of the manufacturers are using this same method, so I will step up my plans to get rechargeable hearing aids.

New battery pack instant removal trick. No cutting.

Remove the paper packaging. Simply use a lighter for a second on the bottom side of the plastic. The 1 second of heat softens the plastic instantly and with a slight pull separates the batteries from the packaging

Of course remember to store each individual battery separately. Don’t let them touch or the battery will go dead.

I saw a post on another site saying Powerone has a new easier to open packaging. But I could not get any other information so I don’t know if it is true or where he bought them.. Has anyone found any brand that is easy to open?

Go to Amazon and search for easy open hearing aid batteries size 13 (or whatever size you need).

Note that I have not actually ordered any of the ones that claim to be “easy open” as I have a large supply of the “uneasy open” variety. For them I use a battery case that appears to be 3d printed.

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