What about the "chemical taste" that people are noting? Has this been resolved?
453690
I washed them in the laundry machine before letting my baby play with these. I didn't notice any chemical taste (I tasted one of the blocks myself)
453691
We washed the blocks in Dreft Laundry Detergent. Before giving to the children. Did I mention that they LOVE them??? Eye catching, bright, easy to hold onto.
663478
I haven't had a problems with it... nothing flaking off or affecting smell or taste... beyond that, it's hard for me to comment.
1949479
Nope. I used mine straight away and had no issues with taste, smell, or anything.
1253780
Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for contacting us! We are happy to help. This product has an alcohol-like taste to it due to the fact that alcohol is an ingredient. When mixed with water, it is relatively flavorless. I personally just tried a little bit of some that one of our product specialists had and didn't find the taste unpleasant or too strong. Please keep in mind that everyone's senses are a bit different, and what may not be strong to one person may be different for another. We hope this information is helpful! If we can assist with anything further, please let us know! Jenna G. Swanson Health Products Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for contacting us! We are happy to help. This product has an alcohol-like taste to it due to the fact that alcohol is an ingredient. When mixed with water, it is relatively flavorless. I personally just tried a little bit of some that one of our product specialists had and didn't find the taste unpleasant or too strong. Please keep in mind that everyone's senses are a bit different, and what may not be strong to one person may be different for another. We hope this information is helpful! If we can assist with anything further, please let us know!... » Read More Dear Valued Customer, Thank you for contacting us! We are happy to help. This product has an alcohol-like taste to it due to the fact that alcohol is an ingredient. When mixed with water, it is relatively flavorless. I personally just tried a little bit of some that one of our product specialists had and didn't find the taste unpleasant or too strong. Please keep in mind that everyone's senses are a bit different, and what may not be strong to one person may be different for another. We hope this information is helpful! If we can assist with anything further, please let us know! Jenna G. Swanson Health Products « Show Less
2213582
Taste is relatively neutral. Even my wife doesn't have a problem with taste. We're only taking in the 1-2 drop range/dosage.
1520352
The bad taste is only if you did not follow the directions and purge the system correctly. If you are a manly man like myself this may be an issue. If you follow the directions and don't do what so many of us do then the water is amazing.... Truly... I have had mine now for 3 years without an issue. Several bypassed the UV because it was heating the water when it sat in the system for a long time. The newer system and the sensor they were nice enough to send to previous customers, has fixed it from heating the water because it now turns on and off. This makes it an on demand type of thing.
697205
I have read reviews from others that say they have noticed a metallic taste. I have had mine for several months, and have not noticed a problem with the taste.
1578572
We did not have the experience of beans having a chemical smell. Sorry. Could packaging have something to do with that. Just a thought.
1049655
It was not on the first use, however, after a few sessions now I notice a strong chemical taste.
2004602
I take several other supplements that taste far worse, so I cannot be the judge of that. They do have a vinegar and earthy taste to them though. Could just be the gelatin capsule absorbing the smells inside the bottle.
1508680
I would exchange it, mine had a slight "new" smell to it but after being out for a couple days, the smell was gone. It never smelled like chemicals, perhaps something got spilled on yours?
2268561
Hi -nooo take it back. I get it from ralphs it should taste like regualr butter. they may have put in cooler with fish and absorbed the oders
823100
Hi: Sorry that you are having trouble with your microwave. I have a good sense of smell and have not found this happening with my microwave. I hope this can be rectified with who you brought it from.
1099250
I didn't notice that on mine. It sounds weird but you might try licking it and seeing if it tastes like anything. For better or worse your food will end up tasting like anything you cook it in. If it tastes like nothing you are fine.
1189775
Good question. I don't have a chem lab at my disposal presently, but I don't have any evidence suggesting this is a fake. I have been drinking filtered water since 1976 when I ran the first household water recycling system, and the taste of the filtrate is correct. The fit, finish and packaging were all up to standard and I have never had a problem with Amazon vendors. If other sources charge a lot more, that is typical of the consumer market. I worked in water filtration for 20 years including building the world standard of purity so my taste is highly educated but I am not able to detect lead. If you are concerned you have to test for lead after you install it. Good question. I don't have a chem lab at my disposal presently, but I don't have any evidence suggesting this is a fake. I have been drinking filtered water since 1976 when I ran the first household water recycling system, and the taste of the filtrate is correct. The fit, finish and packaging were all up to standard and I have never had a problem with Amazon vendors. If other sources charge a lot more, that is typical of the consumer market. I worked in water filtration for 20 years including building the world standard of purity so my taste is highly educated but I am not able to detect... » Read More Good question. I don't have a chem lab at my disposal presently, but I don't have any evidence suggesting this is a fake. I have been drinking filtered water since 1976 when I ran the first household water recycling system, and the taste of the filtrate is correct. The fit, finish and packaging were all up to standard and I have never had a problem with Amazon vendors. If other sources charge a lot more, that is typical of the consumer market. I worked in water filtration for 20 years including building the world standard of purity so my taste is highly educated but I am not able to detect lead. If you are concerned you have to test for lead after you install it. « Show Less
1919908
No, the original formula had a terribly fishy smell, but no after taste. My recent order was a different formulation that neither smells nor an aftertaste/burp issue.
253111
I'm not sure, it does say "New Improved Taste" on the label which would lead me to believe it is unfortunately. Though compared to the Iso100 flavor, this is much richer