California Proposition 65 warning is on the magnetic sheets...do you know the chemicals used to manufacture the product that cancer warned against?
810036
Maybe they use a petroleum based product as a binder, to hold the magnetic bits together?
1231857
Yes, the warning is on the tag. It says: "The product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling." I guess I'll be returning mine...
689380
No, honestly I can't see why this is an issue. The handle comes with a warning label that explains that it contains materials that IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA are considered to POSSIBLY cause cancer. They do that because of the amount of people that sue in California thinking that random materials caused their cancer. I wouldn't worry about it. The label is only there to prevent getting sued.
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The CA Prop 65 warning indicates a product contains compounds that could cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. I typically avoid anything that has that label associated with it. Before this product ever had this label, however, we purchased it for our children. I suspect that the plastic pieces, the magnets sandwiched between the plastic pieces, or even the glossy coating on the pattern cards are things that contain "less than desirable chemicals". Now for my most humblest of opinions...practically every toy for sale on amazon and in local stores probably qualify for that label. Whether it contains lead, or BPA, bromide, chloride, etc. Just because a toy doesn't have that warning doesn't mean it doesn't qualify. I looked everywhere on the packaging for this toy for the CA prop 65 warning and didn't find it. Unfortunately, one never truly knows what yucky chemicals are hiding in children's toys. If you want a truly non-toxic toy, you need to stick with unfinished wooden toys. Hopefully change is on the horizon for toy manufacturers.
44542
Does anyone else see the irony here? 5% of the sales from these gloves will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation yet they are treated with Prop 65 which causes cancer! Seriously?!! I wanted to buy these gloves, but now I absolutely will not. My small statement. Get rid of the chemicals in our world!!!
1987676
That's really weird. This product has a single ingredient and it's "certified organic butter (milk)". California is a crazy state so I wouldn't worry. They may just consider saturated fat a carcinogen.
1810739
I've heard nothing of the sort. That doesn't mean anything, though, since California has too many stringent rules and I can't keep up with all of them. I've use this product for several years without issue, but that's just me. I think it's worth trying, but you'll have to use your best judgment. What is the chemical that you're concerned about?
2049987
Doesn't everything? Can't imagine why...maybe pregnant women shouldn't eat it?? I'm looking at the package right now and there's no mention of CA Prop 65. The only warnings are, "may scratch some surfaces", "not for aquarium use", and interestingly enough, "due to the nature of this item, some rusting may occur" - hmmm.
126247
on label,"warning: this product contains chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defect or other reproductive harm", but I don't know if it's safe for the sofa!
1712397
Most items produced, shipped, or sold in or around California have the proposition 65 warming on them from fast-food restaurants to cars to shampoo. An important note is that the presence a Prop 65 warning does not necessarily indicate a product itself is specifically unsafe. Materials and compounds used in the manufacturing of Breville products are considered proprietary and may not be disclosed. All Breville products are food safe and compliant with all applicable U.S. product safety regulations and requirements.
755879
Sorry, I am unqualified to respond to this question as it pertains to this heating pad. Nonetheless, I will comment that California has among the most strict of consumer warnings. California requires this type of disclosure on most water bottles and household plumbing (PVC) pipes. You might be inhaling more carcinogens when you fill up your gas tank than you'll encounter with the heating pad. (Gas pumps carry such disclosures too) My best guess is that petroleum products go into ALL plastics, many textiles and electrical components so the manufacturer is in compliance with all state laws by making this discolusre. Best to check with the manufacturer, Battle Creek Equipment if you still have concerns. As for me, I just wanted (and obtained) relief from pain with frequent heat applications and for me at least, it's better than taking painkillers which have all sorts of other side effects (and disclosures, too!). Thank goodness, we have choices!
132613
I have no idea what the ingredient is, but apparently it only causes cancer in California, or so the "warning label" says.
1139465
Prop. 65 is a CA State initiative. It does not necessarily mean it is harmful or carcinogenic. Call the manufacturer for more info.Here is an useful link on this Prop.: http://oehha.ca.gov/prop65/p65faq.html
313575
Sorry we don't know about any made by another company and we are not aware of it having cancer causing chemicals.
928833
All the information I've been able to find on Proposition 65 is pretty vague. It it supposed to warn consumers of "chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm"As far as I can tell, there is no thought given to the amount of these chemicals - some of which you can't escape in the manufacturing process. More info can be found here: http://oehha.ca.gov/prop65/p65faq.html Although the most helpful line from the faq seems to be: "To request more information regarding the chemical exposures that are the basis of the warning, contact the manufacturer of the product."If I had to guess what chemical warranted the proposition 65 warning, I would guess cadmium. All the information I've been able to find on Proposition 65 is pretty vague. It it supposed to warn consumers of "chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm"As far as I can tell, there is no thought given to the amount of these chemicals - some of which you can't escape in the manufacturing process. More info can be found here: http://oehha.ca.gov/prop65/p65faq.html Although the most helpful line from the faq seems to be: "To request more information regarding the chemical exposures that are the basis of the... » Read More All the information I've been able to find on Proposition 65 is pretty vague. It it supposed to warn consumers of "chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm"As far as I can tell, there is no thought given to the amount of these chemicals - some of which you can't escape in the manufacturing process. More info can be found here: http://oehha.ca.gov/prop65/p65faq.html Although the most helpful line from the faq seems to be: "To request more information regarding the chemical exposures that are the basis of the warning, contact the manufacturer of the product."If I had to guess what chemical warranted the proposition 65 warning, I would guess cadmium. « Show Less
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I am a physician with some publc/industrial health experience and I am aware of no serious studies linking casual contact with these various petrochemicals with any health risk whatsoever. You are just about as likely to get cancer from the naturally produced aflatoxins in your peanut butter. Life is hazardous in itself, always leading to death and I think I can live with this level of sdditional risk. I would add that the warning label may refer to various paint /finish components which could include aromatic hydrogrbon residues and heavy metal (mercurial) hardening/curing accellerants. These finishes may contain cadmium or lead pigments, etc. I wonder why decks aren't required to have warning labels about the real threat of arsenic exposure they pose?
1285753
Any news or clarification on the Prop 65 warning? How can it be clarified if the manufacturer doesn't know why the warning has been marked on their product? I want to purchase this machine, but hesitate until this issue is cleared up.