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What's with China and lead poisoning?

by Guest8371 | 12 years, 9 month(s) ago

Was 2007 the year of the Chinese product recall? It does seem that way, with numerous Chinese-made products being taken off the shelves in what may be a record year for toy recalls. U.S. regulatory agencies and companies instituted numerous recalls for defective, dangerous or toxic products, such as toothpaste, children's jewelry, toys, tools, dog food, baby bibs, tires and computer batteries. The common link between many of these products: They were made in China and contain lead paint.

Pollution and lead poisoning are major problems across China. At least 10 percent of Chinese children suffer from lead poisoning due to lead found in paint, food, water and other sources [source: Press Interpreter]. Lead poisoning can cause numerous health problems, including kidney failure and brain damage.

Since many of these recalled products were made in China, are Chinese manufacturers to blame? What role do the corporations that design and sell the products play?

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Aalia

the thing about china is thast they dont take quality into consideration. or probably, cant really! cause their factory employees arent all that educated and jobs are few anyway so noone really speaks up..
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