We have previously bought about 5 pairs of Crocs, different models, from reputable dealers, the last couple around 2009. These are all made in China or Made in Bosnia (something new ...) and not one of them stunk; bought, taken out of the package / film and you could immediately poke your nose, it chew or they put overnight on the pillow, no matter, no smell.
We have also various cheaper copies at discount stores or street vendors in recent years always lie because they stank just as these two pairs of now, the seemingly better / less toxic material has always been the main reason for us to take the more expensive Crocs.
I've wrestled with me, whether one or two stars, might evaporate odor / chemistry still. But it I do not like to wait, then I could have take the cheaper copies for years, the two pair go back. A star to give a clear signal to traders and producers that something needs to happen, client does not accept the so ...