sweetbelly - Magic Eraser & melamine

Re: sweetbelly - Magic Eraser & melamine

• triumphantreturnofplanningbug

  May 2009

  
  

  
  Mother's Day, 2011

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• CABunny member

  May 2009

  This is disappointing - I got one of these once and thought it worked really well!

  Mama to two boys and a girl: J (6 yrs), C (4 yrs) and A (4 mo)
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• MissyOlivePants

  May 2009

  Here's info I found on the Mr. Clean site:

  A recent television broadcast may have raised concerns about an ingredient in Mr. Clean Magic Eraser. Be assured Magic Eraser is completely safe when used according to directions, and poses no health risks or safety concerns.

  Here are some facts about the ingredients used in Magic Eraser:
  
  

  The ingredients in Magic Eraser have been safely and commonly used for many years in a wide range of household products.
  
  Formaldehyde is not and has never been an ingredient in Magic Eraser. One ingredient in Magic Eraser (formaldehyde-melamine- sodium bisulfite copolymer) contains the word "formaldehyde" in its chemical name. However, this ingredient is not formaldehyde and poses no health or safety risks. Think of this name like "sodium chloride", which is table salt. Sodium by itself can be dangerous, but sodium chloride - salt - is safe.
  
  Magic Eraser is considered non-toxic. As with any sponge-like product, when swallowed this product may block the gastrointestinal tract. Therefore, we do advise to keep this product out of the reach of children and pets to avoid accidental ingestion - it is not a toy.
  
  It is possible that formaldehyde may be present in minute, trace amounts as a result of the manufacturing process. Even then, the amount present is significantly lower than standards established by governmental agencies and trade associations, and is actually less than what is found in indoor air.
  
  In fact, no ingredients in Magic Eraser are subject to any health-related labeling laws in North America or in the European Union.
  
  Magic Erasers do not contain any materials that could result in chemical burns. When used as directed on hard surfaces, the cleaning effects of Magic Eraser are amazing and safe. Like other cleaning products, Magic Eraser is meant for use by adults only, to prevent possible misuse by children. This warning is reflected on all of our packaging.
  
  The Mr. Clean Original Duo and Extra Power Erasers are comprised of melamine foam that cleans like a mild abrasive and contains no additional chemicals. Our Foaming Cleanser contains a small amount of mild detergent. Use of Magic Eraser on the skin may result in mild discomfort comparable to what one would receive from rubbing the skin with very fine sandpaper, but will not cause chemical burns.
  
  If you believe that you have received a physical abrasion from misusing Magic Eraser on your skin, cool down the affected area with cold, running water for several minutes. As with any injury, consider seeking medical attention if your symptoms become more severe.
  
  Be assured Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is completely safe and poses no health risks or safety concerns when used according to directions.

  For additional information, please call 1-800-277-4463.

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