Squishy Toy Safety: What Parents Need to Know

Squishy toys have become one of the most popular sensory toys for children and adults alike. Their soft, squeezable texture makes them fun to play with, collect, and use as a calming sensory aid. However, as with any toy, parents naturally want to know that the products they are buying are safe.

At Skye's the Limit and TS Business Cards and Labels, toy safety is incredibly important to us. We understand the concerns surrounding imported toys and counterfeit products, which is why we take extra steps to ensure the squishies we sell meet the standards expected by UK consumers.

How We Source Our Squishies

All of our squishy toys are sourced through UK suppliers and include:

✔ UK supplier information

✔ Batch numbers for traceability

✔ Relevant safety markings and trade compliance information

✔ Product care guidance supplied with every squishy

Every squishy is individually checked before dispatch, giving you extra peace of mind when purchasing from us.

Our Extra Safety Step

Before any squishy leaves us, it is given a cold water bath as an additional precautionary measure. This allows us to inspect the product before packaging and helps ensure it arrives in the best possible condition.

While this is not a legal requirement, it is one of the extra steps we take because we care about the products we sell and the families who buy them.

Looking After Your Squishy

Like any stress toy or sensory toy, squishies are not indestructible. Regular inspection is important, particularly if they are frequently squeezed, stretched, or carried around.

We recommend:

• Checking your squishy regularly for signs of wear or damage.

• Discarding the toy immediately if it becomes split, cracked, torn, or starts leaking.

• Supervising younger children during play.

• Keeping the toy away from pets, as damaged toys may present a choking hazard.

Important Care Advice

To help your squishy last longer and remain safe to use:

❌ Do not microwave your squishy.

❌ Do not place your squishy in the freezer.

Extreme temperatures can damage the outer coating and affect the materials inside the toy. Heating a squishy can cause the contents to break down and create pressure within the toy, which may result in leakage, bursting, or potential injury.

For this reason, squishies should always be kept at normal room temperature and used only as intended.

Why Batch Numbers Matter

Every squishy supplied by us includes a batch number on the accompanying care guide. Batch numbers provide traceability and allow products to be identified if a safety concern or recall were ever to arise.

This is one of the key signs that a toy has been sourced responsibly and forms part of our commitment to product safety.

Buy With Confidence

As small family-run businesses, we know trust is earned. We carefully select our suppliers, inspect products before dispatch, provide care instructions with every order, and encourage customers to use and maintain their squishies responsibly.

If you ever have questions about any of our products, we are always happy to help.

Your child's safety will always be our priority.

The teams at Skye's the Limit and TS Business Cards and Labels