I bought a container of this, but it smells weird. Does anyone else think this smells bad, or did I just get a bad batch?
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I bought a different brand of pumpkin seed powder and now I'm buying this one, but I can tell you that that one smelled funky to me either, until I recalled the smell of pumpkin seeds and remembered that they have a funky smell (at least to me, lol), I decided to keep using it based on that and I never had any issues (and my system is highly sensitive). Though, I don't want to guess whether or not yours is rancid in error, definitely return it if you are concerned (if you haven't already) and try another brand. I do agree w/ the idea it could be the zinc issue b/c I've only 'smelled' that strong smell for 5 days out of the month when eating it, so interesting...afraid I was the only one... I bought a different brand of pumpkin seed powder and now I'm buying this one, but I can tell you that that one smelled funky to me either, until I recalled the smell of pumpkin seeds and remembered that they have a funky smell (at least to me, lol), I decided to keep using it based on that and I never had any issues (and my system is highly sensitive). Though, I don't want to guess whether or not yours is rancid in error, definitely return it if you are concerned (if you haven't already) and try another brand. I do agree w/ the idea it could be the zinc issue b/c I've only 'smelled' that... » Read More I bought a different brand of pumpkin seed powder and now I'm buying this one, but I can tell you that that one smelled funky to me either, until I recalled the smell of pumpkin seeds and remembered that they have a funky smell (at least to me, lol), I decided to keep using it based on that and I never had any issues (and my system is highly sensitive). Though, I don't want to guess whether or not yours is rancid in error, definitely return it if you are concerned (if you haven't already) and try another brand. I do agree w/ the idea it could be the zinc issue b/c I've only 'smelled' that strong smell for 5 days out of the month when eating it, so interesting...afraid I was the only one... « Show Less
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It shouldn't have any smell at all. Please call Amazon and get a replacement. When I had it, it only had a very slight aroma...nothing bad.
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Should just smell like pumpkin seeds. I did not think it smelled bad at all.
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Hi, It has a smell like muskmelon maybe. Mine is fresh. It maybe normal for it. Best wishes.
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I have been buying this product for about 6months now and it does have a little smell to it, but not overwhelming. If it's quite noticeable I would suggest sending it back. It shouldn't be super strong. I notice it when I have my nose close to the container, but otherwise its faint. Good luck!
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I've puchased this and used it in smoothies and muffins. I haven't noticed any unusual smell, just a mild kind of nutty order but not to were I would have a concern that it's gone bad.
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It has a smell..no smell may mean a person's zinc is low in their body. Smell is normal. Returning it may not help..the next may smell the same. Living things have a smell. Best wishes.
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Oh dear, I did the same thing!! discarded the oackage. but I'm from the old school...If it smells good (not rancid or moldy) it probably I is good. just my opinion.
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Mine had no unpleasant smell. Yours may have come in contact with a wandering ill smell during packing and/or shipping.
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I personally didn't have a problem with the smell however it's compressed into a box smaller than its full expanded size so it would be pretty hard to put it back into its original packaging once removed and it is expanded fully. You have to let it expand for a few hours and at that time it didn't smell horrific or anything like that just foam scented.
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No, my 3 bottles haven't smelt bad at all after taking the top plastic cover off, but my friend said her 'Mega' brand krill does smell bad, is this the one you have. Otherwise I'd return it for a better batch.
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I just opened mine and got the same chemical smell. It is disconcerting. I'll leave them open for a bit and see.
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Ours did that and later it messed up and we ended up exchanging it (unrelated problem). The new one did not have the smell/taste at all! I think there's something wrong with it.
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Mine didnt come in ghe original box this is true. But the being dirty part, it came clean as it can be. And didnt smell funny to :) Hope i could be of some help.
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Hi! Mine is certainly fragrant, although I wouldn't call it a strong fragrance. Also my batch tastes great, with a good strong vanilla taste - but I'm used to vanilla with no sugar added, so that may have something to do with it. I doubt you got an old batch, as this company seems pretty awesome. Perhaps there is a date code on the pouch. Myself, I love this vanilla and it has plenty of vanilla flavor and smell for me. BlessingsJames
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It doesn't smell the best, but its not bad. I've used other solutions and they all have some type of smell. Would'nt want to smell it all day, but its ok for the short time you're using it.
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I did not detect an odor while I used it. You may have some issues with that particular batch. Probably best to contact the supplier.
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I can't say that mine had that kind of an odor to it when it arrived but it did have somewhat of a chemical smell that lingered for a day or so but went away rather quickly. I assumed it may have been from being stored in some place with some type of chemical. But mine didn't have that strong of an smell, just a kind of harsh new processed plastic chemical smell, if you know what I mean. And like I said, it faded away within a day or so. Sorry, that's probably not much help... :(
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The one I got off of Amazon didn't smell good at all. In fact I thought it smelled rancid. It wasn't until after my 30 days that I asked a dealer to smell it and she said it was rancid. So since it had been over 30 days, I couldn't return it. Nerium is not suppose to be sold on Amazon etc. The ones they sell are old ones, leftovers, rancid etc. I would suggest you contact the company for a dealer in your area.
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I didn't notice that at all. I have bought three of these for petty cash at work. None of them had an odd smell - and I'm pretty sensitive to smells. Maybe there was batch that was stores with some smelly stuff ??
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I noticed the smell upon opening mine too. The smell seemed to come from all the little desiccant packs. Throw them away and double check because theirs a lot of them in all the pockets. And after I took all of them out. I just left the pack open on my hot and humid porch. Even if you did nothing. I would assume the smell would eventually fade over time, Till then just try storing it away from you till the smell dies down some.
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I bought two packages and both were wet with a funny smell. Something isn't right with this. I'm wondering if this is some kind of scam.
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Mine never smelled so I suspect yours.may have been accidentally exposed to something. I should tell you that I am very sensitive to smells, especially of chemical origin. I would return it.