MGM Entertainment has announced a recall of approximately 22 million Make It Mini toy sets sold across the United States and Canada, citing health risks associated with the contained resins, MGM stated in a notice posted by the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Nature of the Recall and Product Details

The recall specifically affects 38 Miniverse Make It Mini Sets that include unused liquid resins, such as “Make It Mini Appliances,” all variants of “Make It Mini Food,” and “Make It Mini Lifestyle.” These sets were identified to contain resins that, in their liquid form, can potentially cause skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. The resins in question reportedly contain chemical agents in amounts prohibited in children’s products under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. Manufactured in China, these sets were distributed through various retailers including Aldi, Dollar General, Family Dollar, Hobby Lobby, Target, Walmart, and online platforms from October 2022 to June 2024. Prices ranged from $7 to $13 each, while boxed sets were sold for approximately $14 to $52, depending on the model.

Safety Concerns and Incident Reports

MGA has received 26 incident reports involving both children and adults, detailing instances of skin burns, irritation, respiratory discomfort, and in one case, an asthma trigger. These health issues have prompted the urgent recall to prevent further harm and ensure consumer safety.

Consumer Guidance and Contact Information

Consumers who have purchased any of the affected Make It Mini sets with unused resins are advised to discontinue use immediately. MGA encourages affected customers to contact them directly to receive a pre-paid label for returning unopened products or unused resins. Consumers should also provide a photograph of any units that have already been opened to facilitate the process of receiving a replacement or refund.

For assistance, MGA can be reached at (800) 222-4685 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eastern Time on Saturday. Additional contact options include emailing [email protected] or visiting their online customer care page at mgae.com/customer-care/recalls.

This recall underscores the importance of vigilance in product safety and highlights MGA’s commitment to addressing potential hazards promptly to safeguard consumers’ well-being.