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Squeeze toys sold at Walmart, Ollie's recalled over asbestos concern
Key takeaways
- Consumer Product Safety Commission on Thursday warns that certain Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys — specifically, two models of Funkee Monkees — may have asbestos in the sand they are filled with.
- While there have been no injuries or incidents reported in connection with the recalled toys, the CPSC says asbestos can cause adverse health issues if inhaled.
- Asbestos is naturally occurring and can appear when old asbestos products break down or are disposed of, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explains.
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A recall notice shared by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on Thursday warns that certain Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys — specifically, two models of Funkee Monkees — may have asbestos in the sand they are filled with.
While there have been no injuries or incidents reported in connection with the recalled toys, the CPSC says asbestos can cause adverse health issues if inhaled.
Asbestos is naturally occurring and can appear when old asbestos products break down or are disposed of, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explains.
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