Does the nasty taste/smell of silicone lid eventually go away? I'm debating whether or not to try washing the smell out or just returning it.
1304346
Mine never had that smell. If it did i dont remember..but been using that cup for 3 or 4 years now! Love it!
1304347
The smell does go away. I use this cup sporadically, maybe 1-2 times per week and it went away after maybe 3-4 months. With daily use it will likely be less.
141909
i just run ours thru the dishwasher on top rack a couple of times a week. Smell dissappeared.
453522
I had the same problem. tried cleaning, and using it. The bad smell and taste never went away. So i sent it back. I agree smells like burning plastic.
1086777
I just rinse it out weekly with a soap and water, works fine for me. I haven't had an issue with odor
2092025
#5 for the lid, there is a rubber ring (true rubber I don't know, but same material as my canning jar rings), the flip top to cover the drinking spout is silicone. There is no odor, no taste. The companies website says their bottles/lids, etc are safe from all known carcinogens or other health hazards. I hope this helps.
140581
I also have had this experience. I have been buying this for years from Amazon and a local organic grocer. I agree that both the smell and taste is awful and I am considering changing brands. Even returned one because I thought something was wrong with it, but the replacement is the same. I would love to know what has been altered. I have a fairly high tolerance, but this is really bad.
1280837
Mine was stolen out of my fridge at work, so I didn't get the chance to see if the smell ever went away. I can tell you in the 6 months I owned it, it still had a strong odor. My guess is that best case, it could lessen, but I don't think it will ever completely disappear.
137797
I wish I could help you concerning the odor. I never opened the one I bought up. It was a replacement for someone in the family. I accidentally Machine WASHED hers and it Ruined it! Don't wash it, take it to the cleaners and ask them is my suggestion.
140053
The lid is top-rack dishwasher safe. You could also try running some very hot water with a little vinegar through the lid, then flushing with more hot water. We haven't had an issue with taste from ours yet, but it's still pretty new.
1649984
The inside of mine smelled pretty bad when I first got... I think se hot soapy water will do the trick.
554871
I get that too, if it goes through the dishwasher. In think it's soap. I usually rinse mine out with hot water after I use it. About once a week I hand wash it an rinse thoroughly, especially the lid.
1744976
Does the silicone lid stain? YES.Hold old flavors? YES -- and the flavor of the silicone.
2191523
Thank you for contacting Active Forever. I just talked to the manufacturer and they told me that the new units can give off a slight smell because you are introducing heat to the ceramic core. The smell should go away in about a week and it is not harmful in any way. If we can be of any other assistance, please feel free to contact us.
2224578
You might want to consider returning it and getting another one if the smell persists. Ive had mine for almost a year and have never had any issues with oders of any kind. Im thinking something with yours isnt quiet right.. maybe. I like mine so much if it ever quits I'll prob get another one. Dont know if this helps you any but good luck.
808096
Yes, it smells. I've tried washing it with soap and water, plus rinsing with listerine. It helped a little bit. I'm just hoping time will get rid of the smell.
433825
sure it would help, i do the same, but after time the silicone lid gets a little "slimy" and if i were gone to drink this in an emergency after storing for a long period of time i would treat it first....it takes over a month to get the slimy feeling!
1737451
Nope. They are fine after washing. I didn't notice any smell or taste from the silicone.