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A tough year for "Made in China"

Stories of lead paint and other hazards in Chinese-made goods hit the headlines in 2007. Our Shanghai correspondent Scott Tong takes a looks back with host Amy Scott.

A Chinese girl looks at a "Barbie and Tanner" toy made by Mattel, which was still for sale in China despite being recalled in the U.S. (Mark Ralston/AFP/Getty Images)

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