These iPhone Cases Have Been Causing Chemical Burns, Report Says
That's because these MixBin Electronics products are
giving consumers skin irritation and burns as a result of liquid and
glitter seeping from the cases, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The company recalled the products Monday – about 263,000 in the U.S.,
11,400 in Canada and 400 in Mexico – and will be offering refunds.
In the U.S., 19 reports of skin irritation or chemical
burns have come in, making up most of the 24 cases reported globally.
Several serious incidents include one consumer who reported being
permanently scarred due to a chemical burn, while someone else claimed
chemical burns in addition to swelling on her upper body, leg, face,
neck, chest and hands.
The cases in question are for the iPhone 6, 6s and 7
models made in China. The plastic case includes liquid and glitter, are
about 5.5 inches by 2.75 inches and are offered in numerous styles and
colors. From October 2015 through June 2017, retailers like Amazon, Tory
Burch and Victoria's Secret carried the recalled models in stores and
online. They cost anywhere from $15 to $65.
People are encouraged ask MixBin for a complete refund and to not use the cases in question.
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