In a world as chaotic as the one we live in, the least we can do is prioritize the safety of the most innocent among us: our children. Here are 13 scary products companies have tried to sell to kids.
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This assault rifle was marketed to children and featured a baby skull in the advertisement. Yes, this is true:
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This necklace making set includes resin. Resins are known to contain harmful hormonal and carcinogenic chemicals.
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These e-cigs are being promoted like candy to children in the UK.
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These sweet powdered nicotine pods are being promoted to children as a “healthier” alternative to e-cigarettes.
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This alcoholic drink
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This children's hair relaxer kit contains chemicals that have been shown to cause uterine cancer. Sen. Lydia Edwards of Massachusetts introduced a bill in February to protect children of color from this type of advertising.
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Fake AI “friend” that costs $29.99 per year:
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Chocolate cigarettes sold to children in the 20th century:
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This YouTube ad that deceives children:
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These drinks with plastic toppers may entertain your kids for a few minutes, but they ultimately contribute to the planet's pollution problem.
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This product promoting NFT:
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This conservative nonprofit organization targets children by offering children's curriculum on YouTube. According to NPR, the Florida State Board of Education has approved showing the company's videos in K-12 schools. These videos include lessons about how feminism is a “mean, small-minded, and oppressive philosophy” and lectures that support the colonization of Native American lands.
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And finally, the iPotty potty training device will inevitably create a strong addiction to technology for children.
