The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on Monday issued an urgent warning that counterfeit Labubu plush dolls and keychains—dubbed “Lafufus”—pose a severe choking and suffocation hazard to young children. The knockoffs are small enough to block a child’s airway and, according to the agency, frequently break apart, releasing additional small parts that can be swallowed. CPSC investigators said they have intercepted several shipments of the toys arriving from China and ordered the seizure of thousands of non-compliant units for violating federal safety standards on small parts. “These fake Labubu dolls are dangerous, illegal, and have no place in American homes,” Acting Chairman Peter A. Feldman said in a statement, urging consumers to stop using the products immediately. The warning comes amid a global craze for authentic Labubu dolls, created by Hong Kong illustrator Kasing Lung and sold by Chinese retailer Pop Mart. Their scarcity and collectible appeal have fuelled a growing market for cheaper counterfeits sold online and through informal retailers. To distinguish genuine toys, the regulator advises buyers to look for a holographic Pop Mart sticker, a scannable QR code linking to the company’s website and—on newer editions—a UV stamp on one foot. Authentic dolls also have exactly nine teeth; fakes may feature overly bright colors or a different tooth count. The agency recommends purchasing only from reputable sellers and reporting safety incidents at SaferProducts.gov.