More than 1,000 children's toys seized after cancer risk discovered

Trading Standards officers in Hull have confiscated more than 1,000 counterfeit children's toys after tests revealed the presence of benzene, a known carcinogen.The fake products, marketed as Squeezy Dumplings, were removed from shops across the city following the alarming discovery.According to Hull City Council, benzene poses serious health risks beyond cancer, including irritation to the skin, eyes, nose and throat.The Office for Product Safety and Standards has now issued a nationwide recall for the affected items. Each toy consists of a plastic basket containing a dumpling-themed squishy figure inside. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Local authorities have destroyed all seized products in response to the recall. Councillor Ted...

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