Ty Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of stuffed toys. The company is best known for its 'Beanie Babies' a series of small, stuffed animals, each with its own name. Beanie Babies, which are produced in limited numbers, have become a favorite of collectors, and hard-to-find models often command hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars in the secondary market. Ty keeps a low profile, with virtually no advertising or promotional efforts. It distributes its products only through specialty, card, and gift stores rather than through large chain retailers.
