By bizn_fun 
Of the 259,000 fake toys seized by the IPO in 2025, 236,000 were counterfeit Labubus.
Nearly half of people who purchased fake toys reported problems, the government body also found.
Issues range from toys breaking almost instantly to unsafe labelling, toxic smells and even reports of illness in children.
The IPO’s deputy director of enforcement, Helen Barnham said: “These products have bypassed every safety check the law requires, which is why we’re working with our partners to keep these dangerous fakes out of UK homes.”
She added: “Child safety must come first, so we’re urging parents – please don’t let your child be the tester.”
The IPO stressed that experts are warning the Labubu trend “is just the tip of the iceberg.”
It warned that counterfeiting criminals target a wide range of popular toys and it’s important to be vigilant and aware of what you are purchasing.