Why does my ice cube tray smell like chemicals? And why does it make the ice cubes smell/taste unnatural?
1743425
These are obviously molded items. The ice tray you received may not have had the mold-release chemicals (these would only be on the surface, not to worry) completely removed. Just a theory.
1743426
You probably got a counterfeit or knock-off version. I would stop using it and contact amazon or the vendor immediately. Sorry for thed delayed response!
1743427
Because you and I were not informed of this prior to buying it. I took it out and let it dry off, and it turned all white and dusty. Then I washed it again, and again, and again.... and now I think it *may* have resolved it. But yeah, it does, and I don't know why. But you aren't imagining it.
1743428
These are molds. The company have to spray a chemical to line the molds so the silicone can be easily removed from the mold once it dries. You probably got a mold that hasn't been washed. These chemicals needs several good washes to be fully removed.
100763
It sounds to me like you were thawing the freezer, which is always a smelly Process. First use hot water & soap to clean the freezer rot, and then run the ozone generator to clear up any remain odors.
1504544
I think this is in part a function of the temperature of your freezer. However, we found that we had ice in only a few hours. I received my trays mid-morning. Washed, filled them and put them in the freezer. We enjoyed cocktails that evening. My husband loves them.
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?
1130933
I just spoke with the Westinghouse customer service (E-mail: customerservice@saihomeproducts.com Telephone: 1-866-365-5339). I described this smell as rather a motor oil-like (this is what it reminds me). They say it's normal for the first cycles :-) It's a glue that holds the parts together and it gets burned initially. The explanation makes sense to me, so I will give it a try. No plans to drink this water, though, until the smell (and the taste) goes away. The idea was to drink pure water, not diluted glue :-)
15692
I contacted the company directly and this is the response i got from them "Thank you for contacting the OXO Consumer Care Center and your interest in OXO products. Please be assured that our consumers' safety is a top priority during the development of our products. All OXO products are BPA, Phthalate, and PVC Free. The Ice Cube Tray is made of the following: Tray-High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Recycling #2Lid-Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE), Recycling #4 Please let me know if you need anything else."
1073292
I assume you're talking about the bottle of krill, not the capsule... My bottle has a little fish smell but not a nose turning overbearing smell. May be one of the capsules broke and leaked? I would pour out the bottle into a bowl and look for a broken capsule... Again, my bottle does not have a overly obnoxious fishy odor. These capsules also did not give me any fishy aftertaste. I hope this helps you!
1147638
I would say so. So far - my cubes have not had any odd taste at all - whether made the day before or weeks before. At one point I think I left it in there full of ice for about two months - and the only issue I had was that I had to use a butter knife to crack them apart inside the blue bucket when I finally did use them. But the taste was fine. Really must be the silicone. : ) I should add that I always fill it only with filtered water as well - not sure if that makes a difference...
1649981
I remember mine being a bit odd smelling, but I don't remember fish! I sort of remember a card inside saying to air it out when you get it, but can't remember for sure. Maybe check on www.polarbearcoolers.com or contact them at leslie@polarbearcoolers.com or 1-888-438-7924. Good luck!!
2224580
I don't remember having this problem. I have had this for over a year and I don't smell the plastic smell. I love this little heater. Works as well as it did the first day we bought it!
1508681
Mine never smelled so I suspect yours.may have been accidentally exposed to something. I should tell you that I am very sensitive to smells, especially of chemical origin. I would return it.
1147640
Hi James -- yes, it does help with the taste... The only problem I've had is that I haven't (and still need to) actually wash it all *once in a while*, and 2) watch where I place the inner (blue) cup while I refill the cube part - (What it sits on may transfer whatever is there into the ice cubes), and 3) use *filtered* water! :-) I really like it. -Duane
1179115
The ice cubes that come out of it certainly do. I find that the cubes taste like soap. I bought two of these on separate occasions, and they have both developed this issue. Perhaps I will try the other poster's advice about removing the cubes shortly after they freeze -- but that seems really ridiculous and inconvenient.
1322190
I find that the fishy smell is strongest when the cube is still in the packaging. I store my fuel in a Ziploc bag so the smell doesn't transfer to anything else in my pack. Once it's lit there is still a slight chemical smell, but you have to have your nose pretty close to smell it. Walk away 10 feet and I doubt you'd ever smell it. The fuel leaves black soot on the bottom of the pot, but you can hit it with a damp rag and it comes right off.
2014558
BPA is released from a product when the product becomes hot. This should not be an issue with an ice cube tray.
2174758
Tough question to answer... is this an odor from the silicone material or from being used?
2161846
It is not uncommon for new equipment to smell "different" in the beginning. There are oils and sheens placed on equipment to make them look "pretty". This will burn off and become normal. Burn it high and hot for a period of time.I am presuming that you did remove any layer of "film" that is also sometimes placed on these - if not then you are burning plastic but you would know as it would curl up in many places. - Think of a new Stainless Steele refrigerator, it has a removable film over it that easily peels off.