PUTRAJAYA, Oct 25 — The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) seized 5,801 squishy toys worth RM70,428 nationwide for failing to display the required Safety Compliance Mark.
KPDN Enforcement director-general Datuk Azman Adam said the seizures stemmed from 15 enforcement actions during a Special Inspection on Squishy Toys conducted from October 1 to 14 to ensure compliance with child toy safety standards.
“A total of 1,845 premises were inspected, involving manufacturers, importers, wholesalers and retailers.
“KPDN views child toy safety seriously and will not compromise with any party that fails to comply with regulations under the Consumer Protection Act 1999 (Act 599),” he said in a statement today.
