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Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys Recall: Asbestos Risk in Sand May Cause Serious Injury or Death

Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys with date code 3102491A may contain asbestos in sand. Stop using immediately and contact for refund. Risk of serious injury or death if inhaled.

🇺🇸 CPSC recall #10782Consumer productOrb
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Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys with date code 3102491A were recalled because they may contain asbestos in the sand, which can cause serious health issues if inhaled. This risk is serious enough that consumers should stop using the toys immediately to avoid potential harm. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1126-orb-funkee-squeeze-toys-recall-asbestos-risk-in-sand-may.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1126-orb-funkee-squeeze-toys-recall-asbestos-risk-in-sand-may · Updated August 3, 2026 · Official notice: CPSC #10782

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“Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys Recall: Asbestos Risk in Sand May Cause Serious Injury or Death.” GovInfoNow, updated August 3, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1126-orb-funkee-squeeze-toys-recall-asbestos-risk-in-sand-may. Based on CPSC recall #10782 (https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Orb-Funkee-Squeeze-Toys-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Asbestos-Exposure-Imported-by-The-Orb-Factory).

The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on May 21, 2026, that Orb is recalling Funkee squeeze toys due to the risk of asbestos exposure. Consumers should remove the toys from children and contact The Orb Factory for a refund.

How to tell if you have it

  • Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys
  • Model 17451 (large golden monkey)
  • Model 41929 (assortment of small monkees in orange, purple and green)
  • Date code 3102491A
  • Sold at Walmart and Ollie's Bargain Outlet nationwide from February 2025 through April 2026 for between $5 and $40

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.

The hazard

The recalled Orb Funkee squeeze toys may contain fibrous tremolite (asbestos) in the sand, which can cause adverse health issues if inhaled. The agency reported no incidents or injuries.

Context

GovInfoNow's records show this is not the first recall for the brand, with other recent recalls of similar products including BABESIDE Dolls and Strollers (2026-06-18), LiKee Pull String Teething Toys (2026-06-11), and Aojieni Silicone Pull String Teething Toys (2026-07-23). SaferProducts.gov data indicates 1 public report naming this brand and product, with 1 marked serious.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the date code 3102491A on the hand of the golden monkey or the back of the smaller monkees. The toys are made of soft, stretchable material filled with sand.

  • Brand
    Orb
  • Product
    Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys
  • Category
    Consumer product
Based on the official CPSC remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Stop Using Immediately

    Take the recalled toys away from children and stop using them right away to prevent potential inhalation of asbestos fibers.

  2. Contact for Refund

    Contact The Orb Factory by email to customerservice@orbtoys.com to verify the toy's code and lot number for a refund.

  3. Package for Return

    Place the toy in a heavy-duty plastic bag, seal it with tape, and submit a photo of the product in the bag to customerservice@orbtoys.com.

  4. Handle Ruptured Toys Safely

    If the toy is ruptured or pierced, or sand has escaped, wear a mask and gloves, use damp cloths to pick up leaked sand, and place all items in a double-bagged plastic bag for disposal.

Official remedy

What CPSC says 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.

Where it went

Where it was sold

Sold nationwide.

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CPSC “Sold at”: “Walmart and Ollie's Bargain Outlet stores nationwide from February 2025 through April 2026 for between $5 and $40.”

Sold nationwide.

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We’ve drafted a message you can send Orb to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 10782 — Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys Recall: Asbestos Risk in Sand May Cause Serious Injury or Death

Hello,

I own a Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys Recall: Asbestos Risk in Sand May Cause Serious Injury or Death that is covered by recall 10782 from Orb.

The official recall notice states: 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.

I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this?

Thank you.

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Where this comes from

The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: CPSC Recall #10782 (May 21, 2026)
  • Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 3, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the CPSC notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
  • GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official CPSC recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.
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