My recent re-order is cancelled due to Prop 65 (hazardous materials) in California. I'd like to know what material(s) found in this product?
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Even certified organic products can, and often do contain dangerous heavy metals like lead. See here: http://www.lowheavymetalsverified.org/ Or here: http://www.doctoroz.com/episode/whistleblower-who-found-poison-americas-food Or do a Google search for something like, "heavy metals in organic food" The problem is that heavy metal levels in food aren't regulated by either the FDA or the USDA. USDA organic certification doesn't include heavy metals certification or regulation. That isn't to say that non-organic products are any better. Also since a warning on the label is completely voluntary, I wouldn't equate the lack of a warning about lead to mean that it has any safer lead levels than products that contain a warning. On another Dr Oz clip which I cannot find on the internet, it was said that IN GENERAL, organic products grown in Canada and California are less likely to be contaminated with heavy metals than those that come from Asia. It's not about the organic certification being untrustworthy because the certification doesn't include heavy metal certification, it's more about how likely the land is to be contaminated with heavy metals in the first place. Land is contaminated through gasoline (the gasoline industry spread lead on most of the world's soil through leaded gasoline), batteries that everyone throws in the trash, paint that ends up dumped out or in trash, or painted surfaces leaching, etc. Heavy metals leach into the soil, then end up in water then migrate far and wide. That's why I think Canadian products are least likely to be contaminated. I reason that all that Canadian wilderness helps Canada in this regard. If there is a choice, I always buy Canadian Organic products now. Also they regulate heavy metals. Next choice, California, last choice Asi
2008758
I found a response from Organic India about this warning label that they are required to place on their product. http://organicindiausa.com/prop65/ I am not sure if the recall might be due to the relabeling that would need to be done. The ones I bought did not contain that label on the package since it pre-dated the requirement.
2008759
The only thing in this product is 100% Organic Whole Psyllium. I can't imagine what they could possibly find hazardous in this product. It is stated on their label that where their crops are grown, no pesticides, herbicides, chemical fertilizers, and post-harvest chemical treatments are used. I can't figure out California's problem unless they have something against this company. Hope this helps.
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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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It looks like a Prop 65 label... thanks to California. Just about every tool made has this somewhere on it... not sure why it's listed as a "feature" though (maybe just a warning to avoid any issues?).
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There is no mention of lead or any other content on the product. There is no CA Prop 65 label...only one that says it was made in Mexico.
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I've been trying to reorder since December as well - I contacted the company and they said the were "working on getting them back in stock at amazon" with no estimate as to when that would happen. I found the refills on another website at a higher price, and it won't allow me to purchase it because they won't ship the product to California. I'm guessing it has something to do with the plastic bag ban that was passed, but this is very frustrating and rendering a product I bought relatively recently useless.
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Hi Anthony,The bottle I have doesn't have the prop 65 warning on it. I e-mailed the company that makes sonne's #7 to get you the correct answer to this question. I will have the answer to you tomorrow since their company is closed today. Thank you, Sandy
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Go online to now supplements and ask them. I have a lot of trust in their products. But if they are sourcing it from the Pacific ocean I would worry about more than arsenic.After the Japanese meltdown there is probably a lot to consider. Thanks for asking the question.
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Seem to be made of steel. Nice and hefty. But, I have no idea what CA prop 65 refers to.
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Did anyone hear more from the manufacturer? Amazon incorrectly listed a Prop 65 warning for a crib that I purchased (after much research to confirm that Amazon was wrong). I wonder if this is an error too. I hope so! Thanks.
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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.
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Well I found a lot more items the last 2 minutes... nothing official, but I also found others things (non-flammable included) that are also banned (non-flammable break cleaner here on amazon)Also banned from sale there are:Portable Fire ExtinguishersCologne for Men and WomenAlso found it might be for chemical substances in general.... nothing solid though and I don't care so much about it to do anything more :)TTT (take to top)
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Its sold in California. In California you must put a prop65 warning if your products contain 1 of over 2000 materials. The penalty for not putting the sign or label is huge. The penalty for needlessly labeling is nothing. Starbucks, whole foods and every darn store in California has prop 65 warnings all over. Google prop 65 for more info. The toothpaste is made from Redmond clay, a naturally occuring product, so while it may contain thousands of micro amounts of minerals, organic lead may fall in there. This lead threshold will be less than the water you use to wash your mouth out from your sink. All tap water has inorganic lead present from deterioration of supply lines.
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Because this product contains chemicals that are banned in the state of California. Also, you live in a nanny state.
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I was told by the customer service team leader it could not be shipped to my address in CA due to shipping restrictions. I'm not sure why as it contains no liquids, flammable agents, or hazmats. I see it at the pet store 5 blocks away from me for $2 more.
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Proposition 65 was passed in California in 1986 and requires the State to publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. The list includes over 800 chemicals and compounds, including some which occur naturally in the environment and some common substances that are beneficial when used in appropriate doses. In order to comply with California Proposition 65, we print a warning on every invoice being shipped into the state of California. Some of the substances on the Proposition 65 list occur naturally in both the environment and the human body and also exist naturally in many of the foods we eat. Therefore, it can be expected that trace levels of the same chemicals would be detectible in virtually all herbal and natural dietary supplement products. If you would like further information on Proposition 65 please contact The Food and Drug Administration or The Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, Outreach and Information Center, maintains a consumer information hotline at the following number: Toll-Free Information Line: (888) 723-3366.
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Sorry, I returned the product. It does look sturdy though and was well packed. Looked like a good buy. I wasn't comfortable about the California Disclaimer. That should have been noted on the site.
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Yes. The product came with a tiny slip of paper that said the state of California must disclose that the product was made with a chemical that has been proven to cause cancer and reproductive harm