What are the warnings found on latex balloon packages?

Modified on Thu, 21 Mar at 6:51 PM

Latex balloon manufacturers print warnings, cautions, and safety instructions on the packaging, and not on the product itself. Here are some of the warnings often found on latex balloon bags. The list may not be exhaustive.

Adult supervision required
Not suitable for children under 36 months
Choking Hazard - Children less than 8 years old can choke or suffocate on non-inflated or broken balloons
Keep non-inflated balloons away from children
Balloons may contain other small parts that pose a choking hazard (i.e. LED light)
Discard broken balloons immediately
Do not inhale helium. Helium reduces and can eliminate oxygen available for breathing. Inhaling helium can result in serious personal injury or even death
Do not release outdoors or near power lines. May cause power outages or damage
Do not use metallic ribbon
Always use with a counterweight
A ribbon attached to a balloon could pose a choking or entanglement injury

US Details

The following cautionary warning statement, in the correct type size, must be placed entirely on the principal display panel of the products and appear prominently and conspicuously as required under the Federal Hazardous Substance Act at 16 C.F.R. §§ 1500.19(d) and 1500.121:

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD-Children under 8 yrs. can

choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons.

Adult supervision is required.

Keep uninflated balloons from children.

Discard broken balloons at once.

The requirements can be found at 16 C.F.R. § 1500.19 (b)(2). Please see eCFR: 16 CFR 1500.19 -- Misbranded toys and other articles intended for use by children.

Additional languages can be used on the product as long as the English language cautionary label meets the requirements. Cautionary statements in other languages should also meet the requirements. The statements are expected to be noticed and read by the consumers.

Qualatex Warning Front of Bag

Tuftex