Everything you're wondering about
Grouped by what you're actually trying to find out. If your question isn't here, ask us — we answer every message ourselves.
Safety and materials
The questions parents ask before they'll buy.
Are Squishy World squishies actually non-toxic?
Yes, and we can prove it rather than just claim it. Every batch is independently tested against EN71 (European toy safety) and CPSC (US toy safety) standards, including checks for phthalates, BPA and heavy metals. We use food-grade TPU skins and non-toxic fill. We'll email you the test summary for any specific production run if you ask.
What ages are they suitable for?
Our range is recommended for ages 5 and over. Under 3, the main risk with any soft toy is a torn skin exposing filling, so we'd suggest waiting. The larger pieces suit younger kids better because there's simply more of them to hold onto. If you tell us the age, we'll point you at the right ones.
What are they actually made of?
A food-grade thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) outer skin over a non-toxic gel or foam fill, depending on the design. No latex, no phthalates, no BPA. They're free of the plastic smell you get with cheap squishies, which is a side effect of the fill we use.
My child has sensory needs. Which should I choose?
The Matcha Cloud is our sensory pick — a slower-rebound weighted core, developed with pediatric occupational therapists. Generally, kids who need calming input do better with slower rebound and more weight; kids seeking stimulation often prefer a faster spring-back. Tell us which and we'll recommend.
What if the skin tears?
If a squishy tears during normal play within 30 days, that's a fault and we'll replace it or refund you in full. Beyond 30 days, tears are usually from chewing or from a pet, and we'd advise discarding the piece if the filling becomes exposed. Don't try to repair it with glue — that's not food-safe.
Shipping and delivery
How your order gets to you, and what it costs.
How fast do you ship?
Orders placed before 2pm ET Monday to Friday ship the same day. Everything else goes out within 24 hours on the next business day. You'll get tracking by email as soon as it's on its way.
What does shipping cost?
A flat $5.99 per order, and free on orders over $35. It's flat per order, not per item — so buying four squishies costs the same in postage as buying one.
Do you ship internationally?
We ship anywhere our payment processor serves, which is most of the world. Any customs duties or import taxes are the recipient's responsibility and we can't predict them. Delivery times outside the US vary by destination.
My tracking hasn't updated. What now?
Tracking often stalls for a few days in transit and then resumes. If nothing has changed in 7 days, or it says delivered but never arrived, contact us with your order number — we'll chase the carrier and replace or refund in full. You won't be out of pocket.
Returns and refunds
Changing your mind is genuinely fine.
What's your returns policy?
Thirty days from delivery to return anything for a full refund — including items that have been squished. We only ask that it's clean and you kept the packaging where practical. No restocking fee, and we don't make you justify the decision.
How do I start a return?
Reply to your order confirmation email or use our contact form with your order number. We'll send instructions. For faulty items we cover return postage; for change-of-mind returns you post it back at your own cost.
How long do refunds take?
We inspect the return and process the refund within 5 business days of it reaching us, back to your original payment method. Your bank may take a few additional days to show it.
Something arrived damaged. Do I need photos?
No. Tell us within 30 days and we'll replace it or refund you in full including the original shipping. Photos help us fix the problem at source, but we won't make you prove it to get a resolution.
Limited drops and collecting
How the drop model works, and what we won't promise.
Do limited editions ever get restocked?
No. Numbered runs are produced once and never remade — when a run ends we retire the mold and move to the next design. That's deliberate: it's what makes the rare pieces hold their appeal years later.
When do drops happen?
Fridays at 6PM ET, most weeks. Runs are limited and once they are gone we do not make more — we retire the design and move to the next one.
How do I get one before they sell out?
Join the Collector's Club. Members get a 15-minute head start on every drop, delivered as a one-tap checkout link by email. It's free and it's the only realistic way to reliably get a limited piece.
Are they a good investment?
We want to be straight with you: no, and we'd never sell them that way. We don't set, promise or guarantee resale value, and collecting is a hobby rather than an investment product. Some retired runs do trade above retail on the secondary market — you can see typical multiples on our drops page — but that's a reported average from the collector community, not a forecast or an offer.
What does the authenticity card do?
Every piece is individually numbered within its run and ships with a matching card. It's how a collector verifies a piece's origin and run years later, and it's the reason our limited runs are tradeable at all.
Orders and payment
Buying from us, and what you'll see on your statement.
What payment methods do you take?
All major cards and the payment methods offered at checkout. Payments are processed by Stripe — your card details go directly to them and never reach our servers.
Can I combine discount codes?
Codes can't be combined, are single-use per customer unless stated otherwise, and can't be applied to an order after it's placed. If a code fails at checkout, contact us and we'll sort it.
Can I change or cancel my order?
If it hasn't dispatched yet, usually yes — contact us straight away and we'll do our best. If it's already shipped, you can return it under the 30-day policy once it arrives.
Do you offer gift wrapping or a gift message?
Every order arrives in our presentation box, so it's gift-ready as standard. If you'd like a gift message included and no invoice in the parcel, tell us in the notes at checkout or send us a message with your order number.
Is there a wholesale or bulk option?
For schools, therapists and resellers, yes — get in touch with rough quantities and what you're looking for, and our team will come back with options.
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