[pnh102]

This is entirely Mattel's fault. The only reason they chose to use China as a factory is because they can cut corners that other countries cannot. Perhaps if Mattel had bothered to inspect their product before sending it out to the stores, they would not be in the position in which they currently find themselves.

Blaming China for making cheap, dangerous crap is like blaming a drunk for drinking. Someone who engages in these dealings should know better.

[Red in Blue PA]

Re: This is entirely Mattel’s fault.

No it is not.

The laws in the USA clearly stipulate that lead is not to be used.

I find it impossible to believe that even if this fact was not conveyed by Mattel, that the people running the plant where these toys were made must have known that simple fact.

[steve86]

Blaming China for making cheap, dangerous crap is like blaming a drunk for drinking.

Brilliant simile.

Now, if American companies would just stop hiring a drunk as their chauffeur.