Recall · CPSC (US)
Target Recalls Gigglescape™ Under the Sea Popping Toy Due to Choking Hazard
Yes. This toy was recalled on July 2, 2026 by CPSC (US). Reported 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. What to do: 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.
Data updated October 20, 2026 · Source: official CPSC (US) recall data, checked daily
What was recalled
This recall involves Gigglescape Under the Sea Popping Toys. The recalled toys have a clear plastic dome attached to a blue plastic base shaped like a whale. There are colored balls inside the dome, which pop up when the child pushes an external plunger at the top of the dome. The recalled popping toys have the Gigglescape brand printed on the front of the package and imprinted on the bottom of the blue plastic base.
The hazard
CPSC (US) flagged this toy for the following risk:
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.
What to do
If you own this toy, here is the remedy CPSC (US) lists:
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.
Original recall notice: CPSC (US) →
Common questions
Is this toy recalled?
Yes. This toy was recalled on July 2, 2026 by CPSC (US). Reported 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.
What should I do if I have this toy?
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.
Where can I read the official recall notice?
The original notice is published by CPSC (US) — linked directly from this page.
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