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Colorful wakppubol sensory toys in clear round packaging displayed in a Korean retail store
Trends & Finds

What Is 왁뿌볼, a Wax-Cracking Sensory Toy?

왁뿌볼 is introduced as a toy with a wax outer shell that users break to enjoy its sound and tactile feel. Korean coverage places it alongside slime and squishy toys in the current sensory-toy conversation.

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