{"id":483409,"date":"2026-10-03T02:22:18","date_gmt":"2026-10-03T02:22:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/483409\/"},"modified":"2026-10-03T02:22:18","modified_gmt":"2026-10-03T02:22:18","slug":"squishy-toys-recalled-for-choking-hazard-sold-in-ca-get-refund","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/483409\/","title":{"rendered":"Squishy toys recalled for choking hazard sold in CA: Get refund"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Check your child\u2019s toy collection.<\/p>\n<p>Several <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/Recalls?page=0\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">squishy dumpling toys have been recalled<\/a> in California because they contain water beads that can expand if swallowed, creating a \u201crisk of serious injury or death,\u201d according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.<\/p>\n<p>The recalls involve <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/Recalls?page=0\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">six different squishy toys<\/a> sold at retailers and online stores across California and nationwide.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what California families need to know:<\/p>\n<p>             BEHIND THE STORY                 <a class=\"more-link expander\" role=\"button\" onclick=\"toggleText(this)\">            MORE        <\/a>                        Why we did this story        <\/p>\n<p>Our community-driven series \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/news\/california\/article287821140.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\">How to California \u2014 is here to answer your questions<\/a> about state laws, history, culture, recreation and travel in the Golden State. <\/p>\n<p>McClatchy\u2019s service journalism team, focused on helping our readers navigate daily life, works in communities across the state, including San Luis Obispo, Fresno, Merced, Modesto and Sacramento. <\/p>\n<p>Ask us your questions \u2014 big and small \u2014 by emailing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/news\/california\/mailto:howtocalifornia@mcclatchy.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\">howtocalifornia@mcclatchy.com<\/a> or filling out a<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScJYhGKWIQJOQX3p06ndiKBvhvfdlcQz6OOy_iDzQYnTZ3mYg\/viewform?usp=sf_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\"> form here. <\/a><\/p>\n<p>        Which squishy dumpling toys have been recalled?Squeezy Dumplings<\/p>\n<p>On Sept. 3, China-based Xiamen Liuhui Electric Technology Co. Ltd. recalled about 8,000 units of its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/Recalls\/2026\/GIHNJSI-Squeezy-Dumplings-Toys-Recalled-Due-to-Serious-Ingestion-Choking-and-Obstruction-Hazards-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Chenyuanhui\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">GIHNJSI Squeezy Dumplings toys<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The toys are translucent, round squishy balls with cartoon faces, glitter-like particles and water beads inside.<\/p>\n<p>Each toy comes in a tan plastic container shaped like a bamboo steamer, with \u201cSQUEEZY DUMPLINGS\u201d and \u201cSQUEEZE ME\u201d printed on a removable label.<\/p>\n<p>                                          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"responsive-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Recalled GIHNJSI Squeezy Dumplings Toys.png\"   width=\"1200\" height=\"887\" title=\"Recalled GIHNJSI Squeezy Dumplings Toys\" alt=\"Several squishy dumpling toys have been recalled in California because they contain water beads that can expand if swallowed, creating a \u201crisk of serious injury or death.\u201d\"\/>                                                                                    Several squishy dumpling toys have been recalled in California because they contain water beads that can expand if swallowed, creating a \u201crisk of serious injury or death.\u201d                                                                                                                                                                        U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission                                                                                        <\/p>\n<p>The product itself has no markings.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/Recalls\/2026\/GIHNJSI-Squeezy-Dumplings-Toys-Recalled-Due-to-Serious-Ingestion-Choking-and-Obstruction-Hazards-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Chenyuanhui\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">squeezy toys contain water beads<\/a>,\u201d the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said. \u201cIf ingested, water beads expand and can pose deadly ingestion, choking, and intestinal obstruction hazards inside a child\u2019s body, resulting in severe discomfort, vomiting, dehydration, and a risk of death to a child.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/Recalls\/2026\/GIHNJSI-Squeezy-Dumplings-Toys-Recalled-Due-to-Serious-Ingestion-Choking-and-Obstruction-Hazards-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Chenyuanhui\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">toys were sold nationwide on Amazon<\/a> from May through June for about $20.<\/p>\n<p>Consumers should immediately stop using the toys and contact the company for a full refund.<\/p>\n<p>As part of the recall process, consumers will be asked to write \u201cRECALLED\u201d on the squishy toy and its plastic container, throw both away and email a photo to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/news\/california\/mailto:GIHNJSI_recall@163.com\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">GIHNJSI_recall@163.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun Toys<\/p>\n<p>On Sept. 3, Vernon-based OKK Trading Inc. recalled about 7,200 units of its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/Recalls\/2026\/OKK-Trading-Recalls-Rainbow-Mystery-Squishy-Bun-Toys-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Water-Bead-Ingestion-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun Toys<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The translucent pink toys contain glitter and water beads and have cartoon faces. They are packaged in tan plastic containers, with \u201cRainbow MYSTERY\u201d and \u201cSUGAR EDITION\u201d printed on the removable label.<\/p>\n<p>                                          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"responsive-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Recalled OKK squishy buns.png\"   width=\"1200\" height=\"845\" title=\"Recalled OKK squishy buns\" alt=\"Several squishy dumpling toys have been recalled in California because they contain water beads that can expand if swallowed, creating a \u201crisk of serious injury or death.\u201d\"\/>                                                                                    Several squishy dumpling toys have been recalled in California because they contain water beads that can expand if swallowed, creating a \u201crisk of serious injury or death.\u201d                                                                                                                                                                        U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission                                                                                        <\/p>\n<p>Packages are marked with model No. D08004, according to the safety recall notice<\/p>\n<p>The products were sold at stores nationwide, including in California, from May through August.<\/p>\n<p>Consumers should contact the company for a full refund at <a href=\"https:\/\/recall@okktoys.com\/\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">recall@okktoys.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>On Sept. 17, Florida-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/Recalls\/2026\/Toyworld168-Recalls-Rainbow-Mystery-Squishy-Bun-Toys-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Water-Bead-Ingestion-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Toyworld168 Inc. recalled 276 units<\/a> of its Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun Toys.<\/p>\n<p>The translucent green toys contain glitter and water beads and feature cartoon faces. These toys also come in tan plastic containers shaped like bamboo steamers with \u201cRainbow MYSTERY\u201d and \u201cSUGAR EDITION\u201d printed on the removable packaging.<\/p>\n<p>                                          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"responsive-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Toyworld168 Recalls Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun.png\"   width=\"1200\" height=\"956\" title=\"Toyworld168 Recalls Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun\" alt=\"Several squishy dumpling toys have been recalled in California.\"\/>                                                                                    Several squishy dumpling toys have been recalled in California.                                                                                                                                                                        U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission                                                                                        <\/p>\n<p>The toys were sold through various stores nationwide, including in California, from June through July for about $3.<\/p>\n<p>Consumers can contact Toyworld168 for a full refund at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/news\/california\/mailto:toyworld16850@gmail.com\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">toyworld16850@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Squishy Dumpling Toys and Crazy Squib Ball Toys<\/p>\n<p>On Wednesday, Oct. 1, Vernon-based ABC Trading Inc. recalled about 37,000 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/Recalls\/2027\/ABC-Trading-Recalls-Squishy-Toys-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Water-Bead-Ingestion-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">units of its Squishy Dumpling Toys<\/a> and Crazy Squib Ball Toys.<\/p>\n<p>The recalled squishy dumplings, with the Model No. 3655, come in multiple translucent colors and contain glitter and water beads. They feature cartoon faces and are packaged in tan plastic containers with \u201cSQUISHY DUMPLING\u201d printed on the removable label.<\/p>\n<p>The recalled Crazy Squib Balls, with the Model No. 3984, also come in multiple translucent colors and contain glitter and water beads.<\/p>\n<p>                                          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"responsive-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Crazy Squib Ball Toys.png\"   width=\"1200\" height=\"805\" title=\"Crazy Squib Ball Toys\" alt=\"Several squishy toys have been recalled in California.\"\/>                                                                                    Several squishy toys have been recalled in California.                                                                                                                                                                        U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission                                                                                        <\/p>\n<p>They are individually wrapped in white netting with \u201cCRAZY SQUIB BALL\u201d and \u201cSqueeze it! Throw it!\u201d printed on the packaging.<\/p>\n<p>The products were sold at ABC Trading stores in Los Angeles and other stores nationwide from April through June for between 41 cents and $1.25.<\/p>\n<p>Consumers can contact ABC Trading for a full refund at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/news\/california\/mailto:recallabc@gmail.com\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">recallabc@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Mochi Malrang Mystery Dumpling Toys<\/p>\n<p>On Oct. 1, Vernon-based LLK Trading Inc. recalled about 480 units of its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpsc.gov\/Recalls\/2027\/LLK-Trading-Recalls-Mochi-Malrang-Mystery-Dumpling-Toys-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Water-Bead-Ingestion-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Mochi Malrang Mystery Dumpling Toys<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The translucent red toys contain glitter and water beads and feature cartoon faces. They are packaged in tan plastic containers shaped like bamboo steamers, with \u201cSOFT and SQUISHY\u201d and \u201cMOCHI MALRANG\u201d printed on the removable label.<\/p>\n<p>The toys were sold at Easy Wholesale in San Jose in July for about $10.<\/p>\n<p>Consumers should stop using the toys immediately and contact LLK Trading for a full refund.<\/p>\n<p>                                          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"responsive-image\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Mochi Malrang Mystery Dumpling Toys.png\"   width=\"1200\" height=\"967\" title=\"Mochi Malrang Mystery Dumpling Toys\" alt=\"Several squishy dumpling toys have been recalled in California because they contain water beads that can expand if swallowed, creating a \u201crisk of serious injury or death.\u201d\"\/>                                                                                    Several squishy dumpling toys have been recalled in California because they contain water beads that can expand if swallowed, creating a \u201crisk of serious injury or death.\u201d                                                                                                                                                                        U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission                                                                                        <\/p>\n<p>As part of the recall process, consumers will be asked to write \u201cRECALLED\u201d on the toy and its container, throw them away and email a photo to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/news\/california\/mailto:llktradinginc@gmail.com\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">llktradinginc@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> Have a question about life in California?<\/p>\n<p>How to California \u2014 a guide to help you live, work and enjoy life in the Golden State, is here to help.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ll answer your questions \u2014 big and small \u2014 about state laws, history, culture, recreation and travel.<\/p>\n<p>Ask your questions in the form below (can\u2019t see it? <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScJYhGKWIQJOQX3p06ndiKBvhvfdlcQz6OOy_iDzQYnTZ3mYg\/viewform?usp=sf_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\">Click here<\/a>) or email <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/news\/california\/mailto:howtocalifornia@mcclatchy.com\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"Follow nofollow noopener\">howtocalifornia@mcclatchy.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> Loading\u2026<\/p>\n<p>        Related Stories from  Sacramento Bee<\/p>\n<p>                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/profile\/278625464\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"author-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ANGELA-RODRIGUEZ.jpg\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" alt=\"Profile Image of Angela Rodriguez\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n                    <\/a><\/p>\n<p>                <a class=\"author-name\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sacbee.com\/profile\/278625464\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Angela Rodriguez<\/a><\/p>\n<p>                    The Modesto Bee<\/p>\n<p>            Angela Rodriguez is a service journalism reporter for The Bee. 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