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Claw Machine Prizes Found Toxic | South Korea News
Claw machine arcades in Korea are hiding serious safety risks—60% of tested prizes contained dangerous chemicals like phthalates, lead, and cadmium, with some phthalate levels over 300 times legal limits. Half the toys lacked manufacturer info, many were knock-offs, and none had safety certifications or age labels. Arcades themselves were also hazardous: a quarter had no fire extinguishers, floors were broken, and dangerous tools like knives were unsecured. The Korea Consumer Agency is now pushing for inspections and stricter regulations to protect kids from these hidden dangers. Listen in…
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