Tens of Thousands of Squishy Toys Recalled Over Choking Hazard
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued an urgent recall for over 37,000 squishy dumpling toys due to a dangerous ingestion hazard posed by their internal water beads.
An urgent national recall has been issued for more than 37,000 squishy dumpling toys that pose a deadly ingestion hazard to children. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall on Thursday for three types of toys: Squishy Dumpling Toys, Crazy Squib Ball Toys, and Mochi Malrang Mystery Dumpling Toys.
These toys, designed to resemble animals, food, and popular characters, are filled with water beads that can expand significantly if ingested. The CPSC warns that if a toy breaks or pops, these beads can expand beyond permitted limits inside a child's body, creating ingestion, choking, and intestinal obstruction hazards. Ingesting a water bead could lead to severe discomfort, vomiting, dehydration, and potentially a risk of death.
No injuries or deaths have been reported in connection with these recalls. The recalled Squishy Dumpling Toys and Crazy Squib Ball Toys were distributed by ABC Trading Inc., of Vernon, California, and were sold nationwide from April 2026 through June 2026 for between 41 cents and $1.25 each. The Mochi Malrang Mystery Dumpling Toy was distributed by LLK Trading Inc., also of Vernon, California, and was sold in San Jose, California, in July 2026 for approximately $10.
The CPSC advises parents and guardians to immediately keep these toys out of children's reach and to stop using them. Distributors are offering full refunds for the recalled items.
These squishy toys have gained popularity, fueled by viral videos on platforms like TikTok showing them being unboxed, squeezed, and stretched. Their collectible nature, with surprise colors in each purchase, has added to their appeal. The intense popularity has also led to the emergence of counterfeit versions, which the CPSC warns may contain toxic substances and violate federal safety standards.
Previously, in August, the agency had issued a warning about counterfeit toys sold through online marketplaces and discount retailers. These fake versions have been known to overheat and potentially burst when left in direct sunlight, causing severe burns. The CPSC has also condemned social media videos demonstrating methods to heat these toys, emphasizing that such actions are dangerous and should not be imitated.