Urgent Recall: Over 120,000 Children's Squeeze Toys Contain Asbestos

In May 2026, federal safety officials announced a nationwide recall of over 120,000 children's squeeze toys after testing revealed the internal material contains asbestos. The recall involves Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys, often shaped like monkeys, sold at Walmart and Ollie's Bargain Outlet stores nationwide, as well as online, from February 2025 through April 2026. The sand interior used to fill the squishy toys contains fibrous tremolite, a hazardous type of asbestos. If a toy ruptures or breaks open, children can inhale toxic dust and sand, posing a risk of serious, long-term health issues. Parents and caregivers are urged to check their children's toy bins for products matching the following descriptions:

• Toy Name: Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys / "Monkees"
• Styles: Large golden monkey and smaller assorted varieties in orange, purple, and green.
• Model Numbers: Model 17451 and Model 41929
• Date Code: 3102491A

Because of the severe respiratory risks associated with asbestos exposure, health officials are advising families to handle the disposal process with caution rather than throwing the item directly into standard trash bins. Take the toy away from children immediately and stop all use. Handle the toy gently to prevent accidental punctures. Place the squeeze toy inside a heavy-duty plastic bag. Seal the opening securely with heavy-duty tape (like duct tape) to prevent dust or sand from escaping if the toy leaks. Take a clear photograph of the product inside the sealed bag. This photo will serve as your proof for a financial return. Email the photograph along with your product details to customerservice@orbtoys.com to receive instructions for your full refund. For more information, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's recall notice. (cpsc.gov)