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9.5" Medium Helium Balloon Kit: Balloon Time Multicolor Steel Tank for All Occasions - 2 of 49.5" Medium Helium Balloon Kit: Balloon Time Multicolor Steel Tank for All Occasions - 3 of 49.5" Medium Helium Balloon Kit: Balloon Time Multicolor Steel Tank for All Occasions - 4 of 4
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9.5" Medium Helium Balloon Kit: Balloon Time Multicolor Steel Tank for All Occasions

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$34.99

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WARNING: choking hazard - children under 8 can choke or suffocate on uninflated or broken balloons. Adult supervision required
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About this item

Highlights

  • Perfect for parents, party hosts, teachers, and anyone decorating for mid-size celebrations
  • Great for creating a statement piece, table decor, or a couple smaller balloon bouquets
  • Ideal for birthdays, baby showers, classroom parties, graduation dinners, and more
  • Inflates helium balloons for small to medium at-home or on-the-go celebrations
  • Easy-to-use, portable helium tank
  • Contains 8.9 ft³ of helium/air mixture; includes a spool of white ribbon + assorted latex balloons

Description

Whether you're celebrating a birthday, classroom party, or even book club night, the Balloon Time Medium Helium Tank makes it easy to float your fun. It's just the right size for a couple small to medium balloon bouquets or a festive statement piece without going overboard.

Just turn the green valve (4 full turns to open), slide your balloon onto the black nozzle, and gently press down to fill. Pro tip: stop inflating when your balloon looks like an egg, not a lightbulb. Overfilling can shorten float time or cause balloons to pop.

Under the best party conditions, helium floats standard latex balloons for 5 to 7 hours. For happiest results, inflate balloons 1 to 2 hours before your event and keep them indoors, away from heat or direct sunlight. Want to float even longer? Treat your latex balloons with an additive like HI-FLOAT (sold separately) before filling, and make sure you're using helium-grade balloons, not air-fill only.

Before you float off into party mode, here’s one last thing to keep in mind: balloon size really matters. This tank fills up to (25) 12-inch latex balloons, (27) 18-inch foil balloons, (4) 36-inch foil numbers, or the (50) 9-inch latex balloons included in this kit. Your count may vary depending on how full you inflate or if any balloons pop.

We’ve spent more than 40 years making helium celebrations simple. When you're ready to party, we're ready to help.

For birthday gifting and party decorating, pair your balloons with a gift bag, tissue paper, birthday card, or wrapping paper to complete the celebration.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.75 Inches (L), 9.75 Inches (W)
Suggested Age: Adult Use Only
CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_balloon
Package Quantity: 1
Party subtype: Helium Balloon Tank
Material: Steel
Battery: No Battery Used
TCIN: 13567277
UPC: 014045471442
Item Number (DPCI): 053-03-0866
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
If the item details aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 9.88 inches length x 10 inches width x 17.24 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 6.38 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: Puerto Rico, Northern Mariana Islands, California, American Samoa, Virgin Islands, U.S., United States Minor Outlying Islands, APO/FPO, Hawaii, Guam, Alaska

Return details

This item must be returned to any Target store.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
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Q: How many 12" balloon can the 8.9 cu ft helium kit can fill? I have about 60 12" balloon.

submitted by davida - 7 years ago
  • A: the tank can fill about fifteen 12 inch latex balloons

    submitted bySteven - 1 year ago
  • A: Today I was able to fill 20 of the 50 12" balloons I have

    submitted byMeowgirl - 7 years ago
  • A: I can tell you we did 12 balloons and the tank was empty.

    submitted bySconns - 1 year ago
  • A: Hello, and thank you for your question. Our standard tank is designed to fill 30 nine-inch balloons, or 16 eleven-inch or mylar balloons. Our Jumbo tank is designed to fill 50, nine-inch balloons or 27, eleven-inch or mylar balloons. If you have any additional questions, please contact us at: BalloonTime@WothingtonIndustries.com or via Facebook Messenger. Thank you.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 7 years ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can I take it to El Salvador by plane

submitted by Leonor - 9 years ago
  • A: No

    submitted byBalloonTime - 1 year ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Although the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) does not specify helium tanks, it refers to campers' propane tanks, et al., as follows: "Empty propane or gas cylinders are allowed in checked or carry-on bags as long as our officers can see inside." In other words, you would have to remove the valve and regulator/inflator, which, of course, would mean that the helium would escape! So, the answer would seem to be, "You cannot take this or any other kind of closed cylinder on board."

    submitted byskaizun - 8 years ago
  • A: yeah you can for sure

    submitted byabc123 - 9 years ago
  • A: Probably too late for the original poster, but hopefully this is useful to future inquiries. Helium is a non-flammable compressed gas, and as such is categorized as a Division 2.2 hazardous material in the United States and Division 2.2 dangerous good in El Salvador. Such articles can be offered as cargo on aircraft, but cannot be brought on board by passengers nor offered in checked baggage. There are certain exceptions (see 49 CFR 175.10) but helium for balloons is not among those exceptions.

    submitted byHazmat Lawyer - 7 years ago
  • A: You should probably contact the airlines with this question.

    submitted bymsmot219 - 9 years ago

Q: Is ther air mixed with the helium?

submitted by Mirandco24 - 10 years ago
  • A: Yes, the tank says (in Spanish) that it is a mix of air and not less than 80% helium.

    submitted bynetnuevo - 9 years ago
  • A: No I don't believe so

    submitted byAmeljoog - 9 years ago
  • A: 80/20

    submitted byBalloonTime - 1 year ago
    Brand expert
  • A: The box is a lie!! This tank is 80% air and 20% helium. The balloons float for less than 30 minutes or never float at all! Complete trash!!

    submitted byApproved item - 2 years ago

Q: Is this tank refillable? IF I run out of helium, am I able to refill the tank?

submitted by Cheryl - 9 years ago
  • A: No it is not refillable

    submitted byBs917 - 9 years ago
  • A: No

    submitted byBalloonTime - 1 year ago
    Brand expert
  • A: No it’s not refillable. After you ran out of helium all you can do is to recycle it. (What a waste. I know)

    submitted byHfdallas - 9 years ago

Q: What colors of balloons that come with it? Thanks!

submitted by Mightywu - 9 years ago
  • A: it's a variety of colors - green, blue, orange, yellow, red, purple, pink

    submitted byfloridahoya - 9 years ago
  • A: A variety of colors

    submitted byBalloonTime - 1 year ago
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Q: How long is the tank good for between purchase and the first fill-up? In other words, if I buy it now will it lose any effectiveness between now and Valentine's day?

submitted by rogue13 - 9 years ago
  • A: Helium does not expire

    submitted byBalloonTime - 1 year ago
    Brand expert
  • A: It doesn't loose any effectiveness while in storage. Had mine for months and use every now and then to fill up a balloon and still works fine.

    submitted byMels2310 - 9 years ago

Q: Where can it be disposed of as it is a gas ? as I believe it cant be thrown into the rubbish?

submitted by New Parent - 9 years ago
  • A: The instructions say to remove all air from the tank, first, using the nozzle as if you were blowing up additional balloons (I suggest you do this in a well-ventilated area, as direct exposure to helium is considered a potential health threat), then, punch a hole in the unit where specified (it's a ring near the top of the unit), then circle the punctured rink with a permanent marker and write the word "EMPTY" above it. You may NOT be able to dispose of it through your regular trash/recyclable pick-ups, so you may be forced to bring it to a local metal recycler/salvager/junk yard, who MAY pay you for whatever the metal (steel) is worth. Or call your local trash/recycle yard to see if they'll accept a delivery (n.b., some will accept such for free, but some may charge you for the privilege).

    submitted byskaizun - 8 years ago
  • A: There are instructions on how to recycle it. There’s a spot to puncture a hole with a hammer and screwdriver then you use a permanent marker to indicate that it’s been emptied. It’s not that difficult.

    submitted byMJL - 9 years ago

Q: Is this tank refillable?

submitted by yogameg29 - 10 years ago
  • A: No it isn't refillable.

    submitted byAmeljoog - 9 years ago
  • A: No

    submitted byBalloonTime - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: How many will one tank blow up?

submitted by Ashley - 10 years ago
  • A: "The tank is recyclable and fills up to (30) 9” latex balloons, (16) 11” latex balloons or (16) 18” foil/Mylar balloons."

    submitted byJess - 10 years ago
  • A: Thanks for your feedback—we’re sorry to hear you didn’t get as many balloons inflated as expected. Our Medium Tank is designed to fill approximately 30 nine-inch latex balloons. However, many latex balloons sold today are 11” or 12" in size, and larger balloons require more helium to fill. Our medium tank will fill up to sixteen 12” balloons. Have more questions? Feel free to reach out to balloontime@wthg.com and our team will be happy to assist! 🎈

    submitted byBalloonTime - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: how do you inflate mylar ballons that use a straw to inflate?

submitted by Scott - 5 days ago
  • A: Thank you for contacting Balloon Time. Unfortunately, we do not manufacture Mylar balloons, so we are unable to provide specific instructions on how to inflate balloons that require a straw. We recommend contacting the balloon manufacturer directly for proper inflation instructions. Thank you for your understanding.

    submitted byBalloonTime - 4 days ago
    Brand expert

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This helium tank is designed for convenience, making it easy to inflate balloons for parties and celebrations. While many guests appreciate its portability and ease of use, there are concerns about the longevity of the helium and the number of balloons it can inflate. Some guests found that the balloons did not float as long as expected, particularly latex ones, but foil balloons performed better. Overall, it serves well for small gatherings when used shortly before the event.
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    3.0 out of 5 stars with 4081 reviews
    quality: 2.17 out of 5
    value: 2.13 out of 5
    28% would recommend
    1618 recommendations
    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    25 October, 2026Verified purchase

    Did not stay up longer than a couple hours

    Balloons fell within 3 hours. You’d have to do them last minute to last for half of a party.
    celina
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    24 October, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    I would rate this 0 if that were an option. The valve on the tank was open when I purchased and I was only able to fill 5 balloons. I had to go to the store the following morning before my party and buy a new tank which was extremely inconvenient.
    Rachel
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    23 October, 2026Verified purchase

    Big tank small amount of helium

    I like that it came with balloons and streamers, but for such a big tank, it only filled up about 12 balloons. We had a lot left over.
    Camper
    quality: 3 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    23 October, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Only filled a few balloons and they didn’t last long.
    Beck
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    5 out of 5 stars
    19 October, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Balloons only lasted 1 day
    Nina
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    19 October, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    The over all size of the tank was good. But the quality of the helium is Very Poor. I filled multiple balloons for my wife's birthday party to the recommended 9 in. Diameter between 8 and 9 pm. The next morning at 5am if not all, most of the balloons were on the ground and/or not floating like they should have. So I was forced to tape the balloons to the wall, chairs, etc. Sadly disappointed that I took the time to decorate for my wife's special day to find all the balloons looking like they were inflated a few days prior.
    Jesse
    From BalloonTime team
    We’re sorry to hear our helium tank didn’t meet your expectations. That’s not the kind of celebration experience we aim to create. Our portable tanks are designed to bring joy to any moment—helping you decorate with ease at home, on-the-go, or anywhere in between. We’d love to hear more and see how we can help. Please reach out to our team at balloontime@wthg.com so we can assist directly. Thanks for sharing your feedback—it helps us keep improving for every celebration to come. 🎈
    3 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    2 out of 5 stars
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    19 October, 2026Verified purchase

    Don't waste your money

    The balloons barely float when they are full of this "helium." Was such a bummer for my kiddos birthday party
    Sierra
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    19 October, 2026Verified purchase

    Use foil ballons

    Works well with foil balloons…ours are still up a whole week later!
    Ramona37
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    2 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    16 October, 2026Verified purchase

    CHECK YOUR LOCAL DISPOSAL LAWS FIRST

    Tank was ok, didn't fill up 30 balloons as advertised even when filling them minimally. Also CHECK YOUR LOCAL DISPOSAL LAWS FIRST! Balloon Time does NOT offer disposal of the tank, you have to do so yourself at your local hazardous waste disposal site. If you don't have one near you, this means holding on to an empty tank forever.
    Maddy
    From BalloonTime team
    Hi there, We’re sorry to hear our helium tank didn’t meet your expectations. That’s not the kind of celebration experience we aim to create. Our portable tanks are designed to bring joy to any moment—helping you decorate with ease at home, on-the-go, or anywhere in between. We’d love to hear more and see how we can help. Please reach out to our team at balloontime@wthg.com so we can assist directly. Thanks for sharing your feedback—it helps us keep improving for every celebration to come. 🎈
    5 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    16 October, 2026Verified purchase

    False advertisement

    False advertising. Only filled up about 9 balloons, not the quantity it promised .
    Ed
    From BalloonTime team
    Thanks for your feedback—we’re sorry to hear you didn’t get as many balloons inflated as expected. Our Medium Tank is designed to fill approximately 30 nine-inch latex balloons. However, many latex balloons sold today are 11” or 12" in size, and larger balloons require more helium to fill. Our medium tank will fill up to sixteen 12” balloons. Have more questions? Feel free to reach out to balloontime@wthg.com and our team will be happy to assist! 🎈
    6 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    15 October, 2026

    (no review title)

    Picked up this afternoon, party not til Saturday, ,but im getting everything organized, and set up, thank God, tank completely emptied, you can tell by the weight its too light, really, thanks for wasting my time target, going to Dollar store now, this way the ballots are filled and ready no hassle or extra work , and it will be the sa.e price
    buffy
    From BalloonTime team
    Hi there, We’re sorry to hear our helium tank didn’t meet your expectations. That’s not the kind of celebration experience we aim to create. Our portable tanks are designed to bring joy to any moment—helping you decorate with ease at home, on-the-go, or anywhere in between. We’d love to hear more and see how we can help. Please reach out to our team at balloontime@wthg.com so we can assist directly. Thanks for sharing your feedback—it helps us keep improving for every celebration to come. 🎈
    10 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    10 October, 2026

    (no review title)

    Doesn’t even support simple Mylar star balloon.
    Target Team Member
    From BalloonTime team
    Hi there, We’re sorry to hear our helium tank didn’t meet your expectations. That’s not the kind of celebration experience we aim to create. Our portable tanks are designed to bring joy to any moment—helping you decorate with ease at home, on-the-go, or anywhere in between. We’d love to hear more and see how we can help. Please reach out to our team at balloontime@wthg.com so we can assist directly. Thanks for sharing your feedback—it helps us keep improving for every celebration to come. 🎈
    13 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    5 October, 2026Verified purchase

    Not hellium

    It’s obviously not helium in the tank, balloons can’t float. Return this item
    Arm motion
    From BalloonTime team
    Hi there! We're sorry your balloons didn’t float as long as you expected — we know every moment of celebration matters! Latex balloons typically float 5–7 hours, but things like heat, humidity, balloon age and quality, and over- or under-inflation can shorten float time. It’s also important to make sure you pull the knot tight to seal the balloon. For a longer float time, use HI-FLOAT (sold separately), which coats the inside of latex balloons and helps them float longer. We’re here to help get your celebration back on track—just reach out to us anytime at balloontime@wthg.com. 🎈
    17 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    5 October, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    I’d give this a zero. Barely blew up 5 balloons and they all fell within 12 hours. Terrible
    Kate
    From BalloonTime team
    Our helium tanks are designed to float standard 9-inch latex balloons for approximately 5–7 hours under ideal conditions. However, factors like balloon size, quality, temperature, humidity, and inflation can affect float time. For longer-lasting celebrations, we recommend using HI-FLOAT (sold separately), a treatment that coats the inside of latex balloons to help extend their float time. We also suggest inflating latex balloons 1–2 hours before your event for the best results.
    17 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
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    5 October, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Didn’t last . I inflated them last night and in the morning there were not floating any more
    Fabi
    From BalloonTime team
    Our helium tanks are designed to float standard 9-inch latex balloons for approximately 5–7 hours under ideal conditions. However, factors like balloon size, quality, temperature, humidity, and inflation can affect float time. For longer-lasting celebrations, we recommend using HI-FLOAT (sold separately), a treatment that coats the inside of latex balloons to help extend their float time. We also suggest inflating latex balloons 1–2 hours before your event for the best results.
    17 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    3 October, 2026Verified purchase

    Huge Fail - dont waste your money on this !

    The balloons do not float up like what 😮 !! Such a waste of money !!
    LivingbyTheSea
    From BalloonTime team
    Oh no—sorry to hear your balloons didn’t float! 🎈 We know how frustrating that can be, especially when you’re trying to celebrate something special. One common culprit? Some balloons are made just for air—not helium—so they won’t float even if they’re inflated with a helium tank. We recommend checking the balloon packaging or label to confirm that they’re helium-compatible. Still unsure? We’re here to help! Send us a photo or a quick note at balloontime@wthg.com, and we’ll take a look. We want to help you get the most out of your celebration.
    19 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
    2 October, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    2 of the 12 balloons a used with the tank remained floating after only 4 hours
    madison
    From BalloonTime team
    Oh no—sorry to hear your balloons didn’t float! 🎈 We know how frustrating that can be, especially when you’re trying to celebrate something special. One common culprit? Some balloons are made just for air—not helium—so they won’t float even if they’re inflated with a helium tank. We recommend checking the balloon packaging or label to confirm that they’re helium-compatible. Still unsure? We’re here to help! Send us a photo or a quick note at balloontime@wthg.com, and we’ll take a look. We want to help you get the most out of your celebration.
    20 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    2 October, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    its good
    Nicole
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 5 out of 5
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    1 out of 5 stars
    30 September, 2026Verified purchase

    (no review title)

    Highly disappointed, there was no helium in the tank - had no balloons for my daughter’s birthday party !!!!
    Kristina
    From BalloonTime team
    Oh no—sorry to hear your balloons didn’t float! 🎈 We know how frustrating that can be, especially when you’re trying to celebrate something special. One common culprit? Some balloons are made just for air—not helium—so they won’t float even if they’re inflated with a helium tank. We recommend checking the balloon packaging or label to confirm that they’re helium-compatible. Still unsure? We’re here to help! Send us a photo or a quick note at balloontime@wthg.com, and we’ll take a look. We want to help you get the most out of your celebration.
    20 days ago
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    1 out of 5 stars
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    29 September, 2026Verified purchase

    Horrible

    Balloons lasted 2pm-10pm. The dollar store balloons are still floating and it’s been 5 days.
    Jayme
    From BalloonTime team
    We’re sorry to hear our helium tank didn’t meet your expectations. That’s not the kind of celebration experience we aim to create. Our portable tanks are designed to bring joy to any moment—helping you decorate with ease at home, on-the-go, or anywhere in between. We’d love to hear more and see how we can help. Please reach out to our team at balloontime@wthg.com so we can assist directly. Thanks for sharing your feedback—it helps us keep improving for every celebration to come. 🎈
    23 days ago
    quality: 1 out of 5
    value: 1 out of 5
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