Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Asbestos Exposure; Imported by The Orb Factory
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Summary: The Orb Factory Limited, dba ORB Toys, of Canada is recalling Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys. Reason: The recalled Orb Funkee squeeze toys may contain fibrous tremolite (asbestos) in the sand, which can cause adverse health issues if inhaled.
What is being recalled
Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys
Why
The recalled Orb Funkee squeeze toys may contain fibrous tremolite (asbestos) in the sand, which can cause adverse health issues if inhaled.
This recall involves two models of Orb Funkee squeeze toys with the date code 3102491A. The products are made of a soft, stretchable material and filled with sand. Model 17451 is a large golden monkey (stylized "monkee"), and model 41929 is an assortment of small "monkees" in various colors, including orange, purple and green. The date code can be found on the hand of the golden monkee or the back of the smaller monkees.
How serious is it
CPSC does not assign severity classes. Read the hazard and injury details above.
Where it was sold
Sold in the United States at Walmart and Ollie's Bargain Outlet stores nationwide from February 2025 through April 2026 for between $5 and $40.
How to tell if yours is affected
No lot or model codes were published. Match the product description above.
What to do
Consumers should take the recalled toys away from children, stop using them immediately and contact The Orb Factory for a refund. Consumers will be asked to verify the code and lot number of the toy, place the toy in a heavy-duty plastic bag, seal the bag securely with tape, and submit a photo of the product in the bag to customerservice@orbtoys.com. If the toy has been ruptured or pierced, or the sand has escaped the toy, the Orb Factory has directed consumers to put on a mask and gloves and use damp cloths to pick up any sand that has leaked out; put the toy, cloths, mask and gloves in a heavy-duty plastic bag, then place this bag into a second bag (double-bagging) that is to be sealed with tape. Consumers should then dispose of the bag in accordance with local and/or state regulations. Refund
Contact: The Orb Factory at 800-741-0089 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at customerservice@orbtoys.com, or online at www.orbtoys.com and click "RECALL INFORMATION" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall facts
| Recall number | 26499 |
| Category | Consumer product |
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) |
| Severity | Not classified |
| Status | Announced |
| Recall started | May 21, 2026 |
| Reported | May 26, 2026 |
| Company | The Orb Factory Limited, dba ORB Toys, of Canada |
| Company location | China |
| Quantity | About 121,340 |
| Sold at | Walmart and Ollie's Bargain Outlet stores nationwide from February 2025 through April 2026 for between $5 and $40. |
| Injuries reported | None reported |
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