The back label says that the handles can cause cancer (says the State of California). What kinds of cancer have users gotten?
2051245
Seriously??? Uhmmmmmmmmmmmmm, I'm sure it is some kind of "Palm Cancer" California passed out like candy back in the 50's...If you check the labels on just about ANYTHING you buy these days, California says it will cause cancer...Like Vanilla ice Cream, for example..."Who'duh'thot?"
2051246
I recently contracted all California cancers even thou I live nowhere need it. Who knows, breathing gives u cancer now and days but common sense will tell u that it's a WIRED BRUSH. We brush our teeth with brushes everyday, well most of us, and they recommend that so yea I think California is just being California
2051247
I've never heard of such a thing, but if your worried about it, wear nitrile gloves, I wear them all the time, no matter what.The nitrile gloves are just like latex gloves, but slightly heavier without the latex.
2051248
I've never heard of such a thing, but if your worried about it, wear nitrile gloves, I wear them all the time, no matter what. The nitrile gloves are just like latex gloves, but slightly heavier without the latex.
930563
I really think this is a typo... I looked it up, and found this: "WARNING: The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause [cancer, and] birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling." The above sentence comes from this website: http://www.cancer.org/cancer/cancercauses/othercarcinogens/athome/cancer-warning-labels-based-on-californias-proposition-65 Given the similarity in the warnings, I think they meant to type "cord" instead of "code" which makes more sense. :) I had wondered about this myself. :)
883906
http://oehha.ca.gov/prop65/p65faq.html says the manufacturer puts the warning on the product. Where did you see the warning?
1139467
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
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The handle is phenolic, according to it's description. Most likely, the lid is as well. Disappointing... looked like a nice buy. Knowing that the phenol parts (lid & handle) are made in China adds to the disappointment. Phenol and its vapors are corrosive to the eyes, the skin, and the respiratory tract... and can be very harmful to the central nervous system and heart; causing dysrhythmia, seizures, and even coma... and if that isn't enough, it can also negatively affect the kidneys and liver.Anyway... not for me. It appears that by continually heating the plastic, and exposing the elements, seems far to risky. Nice design, with the exception of the phenols. The handle is phenolic, according to it's description. Most likely, the lid is as well. Disappointing... looked like a nice buy. Knowing that the phenol parts (lid & handle) are made in China adds to the disappointment. Phenol and its vapors are corrosive to the eyes, the skin, and the respiratory tract... and can be very harmful to the central nervous system and heart; causing dysrhythmia, seizures, and even coma... and if that isn't enough, it can also negatively affect the kidneys and liver.Anyway... not for me. It appears that by continually heating the plastic,... » Read More The handle is phenolic, according to it's description. Most likely, the lid is as well. Disappointing... looked like a nice buy. Knowing that the phenol parts (lid & handle) are made in China adds to the disappointment. Phenol and its vapors are corrosive to the eyes, the skin, and the respiratory tract... and can be very harmful to the central nervous system and heart; causing dysrhythmia, seizures, and even coma... and if that isn't enough, it can also negatively affect the kidneys and liver.Anyway... not for me. It appears that by continually heating the plastic, and exposing the elements, seems far to risky. Nice design, with the exception of the phenols. « Show Less
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I have not had any issues with the handles; however the construction of this item is substandard. I'll be happy if I get 10 years out of this item.
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Dawn, what type of handle problem are you asking about. I have used my set on gas, and propane and I am thinking I might have even took it camping once. They are the best thing I have ever cooked in and when I take the time to really clean them all over they look brand new. As far as the handles are considered, I have never had a problem, but I have seen some replacement handles on Ebay. Let me know if this covers it. Happy New Year
1087611
Almost everything is packaged for sale in California has that warning. The base chemicals used in coating the fabric contain substances that are carcinogens, although the actual amount present is usually only in trace amounts it is still required in some places to note with a label.
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My guess is: California as of Dec 2010 has declared wood dust a cancer causing agent. When you sharpen a wood pencil it will create wood dust. Again my guess based on an article from California. From HPVA.Org. In December 2009, "wood dust" was added to California's Proposition 65 list of substances "known to the State of California to cause cancer."
1362347
Just checked my garden tool bag and the handles are indeed hot dipped in plastic. I have used these for many hours straight and they don't make my hands ache as much as the Fiskar brand. Hope this helps.
2095633
Because California likes to slap warnings on just about everything. This teether is made from food grade silicone which is not a carcinogen. I have no idea how it would have come by the warning, but I'm not terribly concerned about it. Sometimes it feels like EVERYTHING causes cancer, and silicone is nowhere near the top of the list of my concerns. But hey, way to take a feature used to gain information about a product and turn it into a BS sanctimommy judgement. Kudos. Edit: maybe a better question would be WHY does this product have a prop 65 warning attached. That's actually a useful product question, and I'd be interested in the answer. :-p
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Contains SLS (Sodium Lauryl or Laureth Sulfate). A known cancer carcinogen, is bad for skin, eyes, hair, gums and hair follicles. I would not use this on myself or especially anyone's baby bottles!!! Seventh Generation in this case is making BAD STUFF with a good name!
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Suzanne, I do not know which of the ingredients would cause cancer. I've used this product for years without any problems. Its a great product to rid of your calloused dry skin on feet and elbows. Rub on and into dry area until skin sloughs off, then rinse well and dry.Sorry I could not be more specific.
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Alluminum and Nickle lead all caused cancer but you said that you thought that they may have be taken heavy metal out of their product and that is too what I read somewhere. Phennylalamine is an amino acid and the state of California has banned it .Do you think they took it out too?Please e mail me if allowed if bit leave a comment thx medicine
751706
look up prop 65 and it will tell you that there is a list of chemicals that have been known to cause birth deffects and cancer it does not just pertain to lead it is a very long list this is probably why the warning is there not just lead is being warned
1385598
I am not sure. It didn't state anything about breast cancer, my collegue next to me got purple even a few dollars less. I would suggest looking at all of them--different offerings. He got his for less than mine but without a case. If I were to guess it is a color a dealer has too much of? It certainly didn't mention breast cancer or anything like that. D.
1477611
This issue has been raised by competing brands, but I've not seen the concern raised else where. I took a chance and have seen no ill effects, but have no further information. Have you contacted the manufacturer?