are these card covers free of lead, cadmium and other heavy metals? Are they PVC-free? Are they phthalate free? What is the embossing process?
457724
I'm honestly not too sure about the first part but I believe they are PVC free. I would do some searching around to find out. I double sleeve religiously with any sleeve so I can't attest to them damaging cards over time or anything of the like.
457725
All I know is that they are PVC free. And they are made in Japan so there are high standards for manufacturing so I would assume there are no heavy metals. As for the embossing process I do not know how they do it. All I know for sure is that they are high quality and the best sleeves you can get.
1128402
I'm not 100% certain, however, I do know it's Vinyl, PVC & Phthalate free. Hope that helps.
791147
The box does not mention being acid free, nor does the manufacturers web side (www.smead.com) mention acid free. It does contain 10% post consumer recycled material. The 4x6" card guides product number is 56030, if you want to contact Smead Manufacturing directly. I was impressed by the quality of the index cards. They are heavyweight, most items like this keep getting thinner and thinner. These are sturdy and I will be ordering them again. If it doesn't say acid free, it probably isn't. I am using them as dividers for old family photos, even though I know acid free is always the way to go with photos. The box does not mention being acid free, nor does the manufacturers web side (www.smead.com) mention acid free. It does contain 10% post consumer recycled material. The 4x6" card guides product number is 56030, if you want to contact Smead Manufacturing directly. I was impressed by the quality of the index cards. They are heavyweight, most items like this keep getting thinner and thinner. These are sturdy and I will be ordering them again. If it doesn't say acid free, it probably isn't. I am using them as dividers for old family photos, even though I know acid free is always the way... » Read More The box does not mention being acid free, nor does the manufacturers web side (www.smead.com) mention acid free. It does contain 10% post consumer recycled material. The 4x6" card guides product number is 56030, if you want to contact Smead Manufacturing directly. I was impressed by the quality of the index cards. They are heavyweight, most items like this keep getting thinner and thinner. These are sturdy and I will be ordering them again. If it doesn't say acid free, it probably isn't. I am using them as dividers for old family photos, even though I know acid free is always the way to go with photos. « Show Less
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According to the kids konserve website it the containers are "BPA-free, PVC-free, phthalate-free and lead-free!". However it doesn't specify if they are referring to the containers themselves or the lids. This may be a good question to pose directly to them to clarify. Here's the link: http://store.kidskonserve.com/Round-Nesting-Trio-Containers-Moss-Set-of-3-p/kk042.htm
728538
On the box it says "vinyl" so I assume they are latex free. It does not state anywhere an the box that they are latex free but I do not think they make gloves mixing vinyl and latex it is either or. I also think they make them vinyl for those who are allergic to the latex. I was buying them to use in my daycare years ago just in case I had a child with the allergy so I assume they are latex free. You could always try to get in touch with the company if you didn't want to chance it.
1977828
Hi! Our bands have been tested here in the US and found to contain no lead or Phthalates. We are one of the only brands to have done this testing. There is a certificate on our product page that shows these results.
827535
imported from China, it is Phthalate Free, Latex Free, Lead Free, BPA Free. We had to remove my 4 month old grand daughters bumper pad that came with her comforter due to the fact that she loves to get in the corner and fall asleep with her face against the bumper pad, when we removed it she decided that sticking her legs out of the crib slats would be cute. For safety we had to find something that would help keep her legs and arms in without having to add the traditional bumper pad back. This has been awesome-she can get in her little corner that she prefers and if her little face presses against it she can still breathe, yet it keeps her arms and legs in the crib where they belong :-)
189850
According to the seller they were listed as archival, but I don't know if they're acid-free. It says "No PVC" but doesn't mention acid. I would suggest asking the seller to confirm it if you need acid-free. I use them for coupons so it wasn't an issue for me.
1976321
They are made of heavy duty UV protected HDPE made from post consumer recycled material. As such they are PVC free and BPA free.
2123433
Hi Phil, unfortunately, I don't have the box any longer as I purchased these a couple months ago. However, the description on Amazon says that they are both PFOA-Cadmium Free AND PTFE Free. Hope that helps.
2122957
Not for sure about being lead free. They are made in China. There was a strong odor when you take out of plastic wrap but it goes away, I think it's just that way from packaging and being sealed. Hope this helps!
344421
I don't see PVC free anywhere in the description. I see material: PVC, and made of allergen free PVC. It's has a rubbery feel that's all I can say for sure.
1150714
They are vinyl. Latex and vinyl are different substances, so it should be safe to assume they are latex free.
1133071
They are the same as a regular deck of playing cards. I'd say if you got them slightly wet, it would be easy to just wipe them off. They do seem to have a coating, but they are not made out of plastic.
1189145
Hi! Did you ever find out the answer to your question, as I am wondering the same thing....or were you able to find one that is phthalate free?
300713
The package doesn't indicate they are latex free. If you have a latex allergy I would be look for bands that indicate they are latex free.
305238
Yes, they are. There are no manufacturer's marks or logos on any of them. Slightly bluish tint, but does not visibly effect how a card appears while inside the sleeve.