Amazon Quietly Removes some Viral Toys as Safety Concerns Rise
The agency says 355,683 violative units were blocked at U.S. ports, and fake toys may contain lead, choking hazards and burn risks.
- On Friday, Sen. Richard Blumenthal warned parents at the Charter Oak Health Center about counterfeit gel-filled squishy toys that can burst and cause severe burns when heated.
- Popularity for these toys surged late last year when social media videos on Tiktok encouraged children to microwave them, creating dangerous conditions where toys superheat, leak, or explode.
- The Consumer Product Safety Commission identified 55 shipments of violative toys at U.S. ports and blocked 355,683 units from entering the country, while seizing $214,000 in counterfeit goods at Haywood Mall in Greenville, South Carolina.
- Consumer Reports is calling on safety regulators to investigate the entire category of sensory gel toys, citing 33 incidents between January 2025 and July 2026 involving chemical burns and strong odors.
- The CPSC advises consumers to discard any toys that are torn, leaking, or lack manufacturer information, and to never microwave or leave authentic items in hot cars or direct sunlight.
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Blumenthal Warns Of Dangerous Explosions From Gel-Filled NeeDoh Toys
Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-CT, was at Charter Oak Health Center to warn parents Friday afternoon about NeeDoh gel-filled squishy toys. Recent videos shared on social platforms such as Tiktok have encouraged children to place the toys in the microwave to make them more malleable.
Those Viral Squishy Toys Could Be Counterfeit—Here’s How Parents Can Spot a Fake
The CPSC put out a warning about fake squishies and why parents should be aware of them.Credit: GettyImages/AhnessKey TakeawaysFake squishy toys are a growing problem and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission put out a warning.They can contain unsafe materials and may put kids at risk.Buying squishies from trusted sellers can help families avoid dangerous fakes.Squishies are currently one of the hottest toys and sensory products on the mar…
Authorities warn fake squishy toys could pose serious risks to children. Tips to keep your kids safe
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning parents about counterfeit squishy toys that may contain toxic chemicals, small parts and water beads — and about a viral trend that's sending kids to the ER with serious burns.
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