CPSC2026-07-02PHYSICAL HAZARD
Target Gigglescape Under the Sea Popping Toy recalled for choking hazard
CHOKINGNationwide distribution
Target Gigglescape popping toy recalled for choking hazard
The clear plastic dome on this toy can detach from the base, exposing small plastic balls inside that children can choke on. Target has received nine reports of the dome detaching, including one incident where a child began to choke.
- Stop letting children use this toy immediately.
- Return it to any Target store for a full refund, or contact Target for a prepaid return label.
- Check the package for the Gigglescape brand name to confirm you have the recalled toy.
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Hazard
The clear plastic dome can detach from the blue plastic base, making the small plastic balls inside the toy accessible to children, posing a choking hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled toy immediately and return it to any Target store for a full refund or contact Target to receive a prepaid return label to return the Gigglescape Under The Sea Popping Toy by mail.
Sold at
Target stores nationwide from August 2025 through January 2026 for about $10.
Affected count
About 49,000
Injuries reported
Target is aware of nine reports of the dome detaching, allowing access to the plastic balls, with one report of a child that began to choke.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Gigglescape™ Under the Sea Popping Toy
Consumer contact
Target toll-free at 800-591-3869 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. CT daily, online at https://help.target.com/help/ or https://www.target.com/ and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Target-Recalls-Gigglescape-Under-the-Sea-Popping-Toy-Due-to-Choking-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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