What's Inside Your Squishy Toy | Science News

Squishy toys may look harmless, but what’s inside them could be risky—some contain benzene and vinyl chloride, known carcinogens, while others hide asbestos. With no universal transparency rules, dangerous chemicals slip through cracks despite U.S. safety efforts. Experts say safer materials exist, but testing gaps and looser standards in some countries leave kids vulnerable. Avoid counterfeit squishies that smell chemical, feel sticky, or tear easily—and never microwave them. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1bbd77cba50d38ca