Little known facts about balloons

• Malaysia produces the most latex of any country in the world.

• Latex balloons come from rubber trees.

• Latex is collected by cutting the tree’s bark, then catching the latex in a cup.

• Latex harvesting doesn’t hurt the tree!

• Latex balloons are Earth-friendly!

• Rubber trees grow in rain forests.

• Latex harvesting discourages deforestation because latex-producing trees are left intact.

• A tree can produce latex for up to 40 years!

• Balloons were invented in 1824, the same year as the electromagnet.

• Helium-filled balloons float because helium is lighter than nitrogen and oxygen, the two components of air.

 Warning

Balloons are not toys and are not recommended for children without supervision  under the age of 4 without adult supervision. Latex balloons and the disc ties used to seal them are choking hazards for children. Keep all mylar balloons and mylar ribbons away from power lines. Brooks Entertainment is not responsible for any harm caused by the balloons that are delivered.