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Health Canada recalls children’s toy

These plastic balloons have been recalled by Health Canada.
These plastic balloons have been recalled by Health Canada. Courtesy of Health Canada

CALGARY- Health Canada has issued a recall and warning for a children’s toy banned in Canada.

Nearly 7,000 balloon blowing kits were sold at Dollar Tree and Dollar Giant store in the past year.

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The kits have been banned since 1973.

The toy contains a solvent mixture in a tube and short plastic straws for blowing bubbles and balloons. The solvent is toxic and inhaling vapours can cause health problems.

If you bought this product and still have it, throw it away.

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