Balloon Time Mini Helium Tanks Recalled by Worthington Industries Due to Injury Hazard
USBalloon Time Mini Helium Tanks Recalled by Worthington Industries Due to Injury Hazard
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Compressed helium from the tank can escape and cause the plastic cap to be released into the air unexpectedly, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles striking users and bystanders.
Product Description & Identification
This recall involves Balloon Time Mini Helium Tanks that are used to fill up to 20 balloons with helium. They measure about 13.5 inches tall by 3.5 inches in diameter. The helium tanks have a red label and purple cap and hold 5.8 cubic feet of helium/air mixture.
Affected Products
Balloon Time Mini Helium Tanks
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Balloon-Time-Mini-Helium-Tanks-Recalled-by-Worthington-Industries-Due-to-Injury-Hazard |
| Title | Balloon Time Mini Helium Tanks Recalled by Worthington Industries Due to Injury Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/helium-tank.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled Balloon Time Mini Helium Tank |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/helium-tank-rear.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled Balloon Time Mini Helium Tank (rear label) |
| Hazards › Name | Compressed helium from the tank can escape and cause the plastic cap to be released into the air unexpectedly, posing an injury hazard due to projectiles striking users and bystanders. |
| Injuries › Name | None reported |
| Products › Name | Balloon Time Mini Helium Tanks |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 121,100 |
| Recall I D | 9765 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mini helium tanks. Consumers should point the tank away from themselves and others, and carefully remove the plastic safety seal and cap. Release all helium in a well-ventilated area and then clearly write their name, "RECALLED" and destruction code on the front of the tank with a non-erasable marker. Consumers should register online at www.recallrtr.com/miniheliumtank and upload a photo of their product for a full refund. After receiving a refund, consumers should properly discard the product. |
| Retailers › Name | Meijer, Cool Kat Party Warehouse, Bradley Party and Variety, Ultimate Party Super Store, RSVP Food and Party Outlet, Party Center and select Party City stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com from April 2023 through October 2023 for between $30 and $48. |
| Recall Date | 2023-11-22T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Balloon Time Mini Helium Tanks that are used to fill up to 20 balloons with helium. They measure about 13.5 inches tall by 3.5 inches in diameter. The helium tanks have a red label and purple cap and hold 5.8 cubic feet of helium/air mixture. |
| Distributors › Name | Worthington Industries Inc., of Columbus, Ohio |
| Recall Number | 24030 |
| Remedy Options › 1 › Option | Refund |
| Remedy Options › 2 › Option | Replace |
| Consumer Contact | Balloon Time toll-free at 888-359-4833 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at miniheliumtank@realtimeresults.net, or online at www.recallrtr.com/miniheliumtank or www.BalloonTime.com and click on Important Safety Recall Notice for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2023-11-22T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | United States |
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