Kuala Terengganu:Terengganu The Terengganu branch of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) has seized 2,380 'squishy' toys, valued at RM30,391, in operations conducted across the state from October 3 until recently.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, these seizures followed 101 inspections at locations such as shopping centers, grocery stores, and convenience stores. The toys were confiscated for failing to meet the safety standards required under the Malaysian Conformity (MC) marking requirements.

Action was taken against six premises in Kuala Terengganu, and investigation papers have been opened under the Consumer Protection Act 1999 and regulations relating to toy safety standards. The regulations stipulate that toys must meet prescribed standards, especially those designed for children under 14.

Mohd Mufsi Lat, the director of Terengganu KPDN, urged the public and businesses involved in manufacturing, importing, supplying, distributing, and retailing toys to ensure compliance with safety standards and the mandatory conformity mark.

For complaints or inquiries, the public can reach KPDN's Consumer Standards Division at its headquarters via the hotline 03-8882-5886 or email [email protected].