2007 Chinese export recalls Essays

Mattel Inc. the world’s leading toy maker had ordered a series of recalls of children toys. The toys that were recalled were contaminated with coats of lead paint. Mattel learned that some of their external vendors and subcontractors were cutting corners to save money and time. They were using lead paint that was 30 percent cheaper than unleaded paint. Mattel also had a problem with a magnet on a toy design and came with a newer version to make corrections as to fix these problems. Mattel vendors

5. Political/Regulatory Opportunities • The establishment of TOYPAC (political action committee for the toy industry) has provided a platform for the toy makers to engage policy makers and enhance advocacy efforts for the industry. • The passing of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) of 2008 has enhanced the safety standards and requirements for toy manufacturers. This has enabled toy manufacturers to efficiently meet safety standards and avoid toy safety threats and law suits that