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Balloon Time Mini Helium Tanks Recalled by Worthington Industries Due to Injury Hazard — CPSC recall 24030
Published notice; closure not supplied
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Source date Nov 22, 2023. Retrieved Oct 1, 2026. Last updated Oct 1, 2026.
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What the record says
- Product
- 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.
- Reason
- 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.
- Classification
- Not supplied
- Recalling firm
- Worthington Industries Inc., of Columbus, Ohio
- Quantity
- About 121,100
- Agency-reported status
- Published recall notice
- Source record identifier
- 24030
Lot and product identifiers
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|---|---|
| Lot, code or applicability | Read the product description and official photos for model and lot identifiers. |
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Distribution
Not supplied
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Dates in the source
- Last publish date
- Nov 22, 2023
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