Mattel Issues an Apology for Distributing “Wicked” Barbie Dolls Linked to Pornographic Content
Mattel Apologizes for Printing Wrong Website URL on Doll Boxes
Mattel, the toy manufacturer, issued an apology after it was discovered that a number of their Wicked dolls were printed with the wrong website URL on the box. Instead of directing consumers to the official page WickedMovie.com, the dolls had wicked.com printed on them, leading to a porn website. Mattel took immediate action to remove the dolls from shelves and apologized for the error.
Collectors Interested in Misprinted Doll Boxes
Despite being a minor mistake, collectors are showing interest in the misprinted dolls. The dolls with the wrong URL printed on the box are being listed on eBay for a significant price, as enthusiasts see value in having such unique pieces in their collection. The misprinted box has created a market for those willing to pay a premium for the error.
Mattel has not disclosed how the mistake occurred, but the company has acknowledged the error and emphasized the importance of thorough quality checks in their production process to avoid such incidents in the future.
