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California Residents - Prop 65
⚠️ Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals including Bisphenol A (BPA) or Nickel (Metallic), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov
Other products that Proposition 65 covers that you should be aware of:
Tools
California requires the following notice:
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
- lead from lead-based paints,
- crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
- arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk from exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure, work in a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Lead Crystal Glasses
Lead levels in the crystal glasses sold in our Kitchen & Housewares Store comply with FDA standards. California requires the following separate notice:
WARNING: Consuming foods or beverages that have been kept or served in leaded crystal products will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. This warning does not apply to Baccarat decanters, flacons, stoppered pitchers, and mustard and jam pots.
Ceramic Tableware
Lead levels in the ceramic tableware sold in our Kitchen & Housewares Store comply with FDA standards. California requires the following separate notice for ceramic tableware on the packaging:
WARNING: Use of this tableware will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Jewelry and Tiffany Style Lamps
California requires the following notice:
WARNING: 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
Electrical Cords
California requires the following notice:
WARNING: The wires of this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Motor Vehicles
California requires the following notice:
WARNING: Motor vehicles contain fuel, oils and fluids, battery posts, terminals and related accessories which contain lead and lead compounds and other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. These chemicals are found in vehicles, vehicle parts and accessories, both new and as replacements. When being serviced, these vehicles generate used oil, waste fluids, grease, fumes and particulates, all known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and reproductive harm.
Beauty Products
California requires the following notice on beauty and skin care products that contain progesterone:
WARNING: This product contains progesterone, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. Consult with your physician before using this product.
Fresh Fruits, Nuts, and Vegetables
California requires the following notice:
WARNING: This product may contain a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Alcoholic Beverages, Including, Without Limitation, Beer, Malt, Beverages, Wine, and Distilled Spirits
California requires the following notice:
WARNING: Drinking Distilled Spirits, Beer, Coolers, Wine and Other Alcoholic Beverages May Increase Cancer Risk, and, During Pregnancy, Can Cause Birth Defects.
Canned and Bottled Foods and Beverages
California requires the following notice:
WARNING: Many food and beverage cans have linings containing bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical known to the State of California to cause harm to the female reproductive system. Jar lids and bottle caps may also contain BPA. You can be exposed to BPA when you consume foods or beverages packaged in these containers. For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/BPA.
Coffee and Some Roasted Nuts, Baked Goods and Snack Foods
California requires the following notice:
WARNING: Chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm, including acrylamide, are present in coffee and some roasted nuts, baked goods and snack foods such as chips. Acrylamide is not added to these products, but results naturally from the roasting, baking or cooking process. The FDA has not advised people to stop consuming foods that are fried, roasted, or baked. For more information regarding the FDA"s views, visit www.fda.gov.
You can read more about Prop 65 here.
Introducing the Descartes from the Mensa Collection, reading glasses that channel the clarity of philosopher and mathematician René Descartes with a vintage-inspired design. Crafted from metal and acetate, these lightweight frames boast a gently squared silhouette, offering a modern twist on classic. The distortion-free, aspheric lenses include a scratch-resistant coating. The spring temples ensure a flexible, comfortable fit. The temple arm tips feature the collection’s signature Mensa logo. Perfect for the introspective thinker or modern visionary.
- Prescription Quality
- Companion case included
- Micro-fiber cleaning cloth included with each order.
Frame:
- Optical grade plastic
- Spring hinges
Lenses:
- Lightweight optical quality plastic
- Distortion free
- Thin profile
- Scratch resistant coating
Optional lens upgrades
(CR-39) A/R Coated Lenses
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Eliminate eyestrain and enjoy the sharpest vision possible by eliminating glare from overhead and reflected light sources, indoors and out.
Non-Glare lenses eliminate glare. Glare from computer screens, fluorescent lighting and headlights.
Non-Glare coating enhances your good looks. So, let the world see the best of you.
The light spectrum
Harmful Blue Light Rays:
- Disrupts the natural sleep cycle
- May increase retinal damage from cumulative lifetime exposure
Solution:
Blue Light Filtering coating helps to selectively reduce the harmful portion of blue light while letting the beneficial blue light pass through.
Benefits of Blue Anti-Reflective Treatment:
Reduces accumulated potential damage to the eye.
Photochromic Lens Upgrade
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The lenses are clear indoors and darken to a sunglass when exposed to the UV light outside. Includes front and backside A/R Anti Reflective Coating.
Note: Automobile windshields are coated to protect against UV waves so photochromic lenses will not darken while inside the car.
Photochromic Lens Upgrade
See for yourself - 30 day free return policy applies.
The lenses are clear indoors and darken to a sunglass when exposed to the UV light outside. Includes front and backside A/R Anti Reflective Coating.
Note: Automobile windshields are coated to protect against UV waves so photochromic lenses will not darken while inside the car.
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Size and fit
Fits and looks best on faces that are Average-Wide in width.
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