Consumer Product Safety Commission Toy Recalls

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Consumer Product Safety Commission Toy Recalls

The following statement may be attributed to Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. (TX-26):

"Unfortunately the trend seems to be continuing, and once again we are faced with five additional child product recalls that were manufactured in the People's Republic of China. As a member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection, which has jurisdiction over this matter, I am extremely disturbed by this ongoing problem. While we have held some hearings regarding child product safety issues, we must be willing to address this specific issue regarding products from China."

"In July, Congressman Greg Walden (R-Oregon), and I sent a letter to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigation, urging the committee to conduct an investigation on the recall of Thomas the Train and other recalled products made in the People's Republic of China. While this issue was briefly discussed in a following hearing, the committee has not conducted a thorough investigation regarding products manufactured in the People's Republic of China. Congress has a duty to investigate this most troubling issue, and we must do everything within our power to keep our children safe. I will continue to urge the leadership of the committee to conduct an intense bipartisan investigation regarding the increasing consumer product recalls from the People's Republic of China. Through the investigation, we should be able to formulate effective legislation which adequately addresses this issue and keeps our citizens safe from foreign products."

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Mattel, Inc., announced today five child product safety recalls. Parents are encouraged to immediately take the recalled toys away from children and may contact Mattel for a free replacement toy. For more information, see the CPSC's website at www.cpsc.gov or contact Mattel toll free at (888) 597-6597 or visit the Mattel's website at www.service.mattel.com.

August 14, 2007, CPSC Toy Recalls:

* Mattel Recalls Batman and One Piece Magnetic Action Figure Sets Due to Magnets Coming Loose

* Mattel Recalls Doggie Day Care Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose

* Mattel Recalls Barbie and Tanner Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose

* Additional Reports of Magnets Detaching from Polly Pocket Play Sets Prompts Expanded Recall by Mattel

* Mattel Recalls "Sarge" Die Cast Toy Cars Due to Violation of Lead Safety Standard

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