Toxic Benzene Found in Popular 'Squishies' Toys Sold in Honduras

Published on Honduras Daily · Sep 4, 2026 · Originally reported September 2, 2026 by La Prensa

Honduras's National Toxicology Center has warned of dangerous benzene levels in the soft stress-relief toys known as 'squishies' sold widely in the country, citing a UK alert about one brand that exceeded safe limits and noting children's heightened vulnerability to the carcinogen.

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