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Mattel Jun 10, 2021 EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-- Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) introduces Barbie Loves the Ocean, its first fashion doll line made from recycled ocean-bound plastic*. The launch is in line with Mattel’s goal to achieve 100% recycled, recyclable or bio-based plastic materials across all its products and packaging by 2030. “This Barbie launch is another addition to Mattel’s growing portfolio of purpose-driven brands that inspire environmental consciousness with our consumer as a key focus,” said Richard Dickson, President and Chief Operating Officer, Mattel. “...
MONEY By Kelly Tyko Mattel PlayBack will recover and reuse the materials from the old toys that families send to the company for future Mattel products. There's no cost for consumers to participate, and the recycling program will initially accept Barbie, Matchbox and Mega toys. Other Mattel brands are likely to be added. "Mattel toys are made to last and be passed on from generation to generation," Mattel President and Chief Operating Officer Richard Dickson said in a statement. The company is innovating by finding sustainable solutions. For materials that cannot be repurposed as recycled con...
This is good news if you're storing old toys in the attic or basement.
The company's goal is to use 100% recycled, recyclable or bio-based plastic materials across all products and packaging by 2030. Last year, Mattel introduced several toys as part of this, including two Fisher-Price products – Rock-a-Stack and Baby’s First Blocks – and three Mega Bloks sets made from bio-based plastics. The Matchbox Tesla Roadster, planned to be available in 2022, will be the first die-cast vehicle made from 99% recycled materials and certified CarbonNeutral. How Mattel PlayBack works Go to Mattel.com/PlayBack to print a free shipping label, then pack and mail outgro...