A couple months ago, I went ahead and ordered some solar eclipse glasses online from Amazon.  I saw what I was looking for; the “CE” and “ISO” certification on the description of my 10-pack of glasses.  I though I was good to go.  Nope.  Amazon sent me an e-mail on Saturday which said this…

Hello,

We’re writing to provide you with important safety information about the eclipse products you purchased on Amazon (Solar Eclipse Glasses CE and ISO Certified 10 Pack by WEBSUN for Direct Sun Viewing Safety Eye Protection Glasses).

To protect your eyes when viewing the sun or an eclipse, NASA and the American Astronomical Society (AAS) advise you to use solar eclipse glasses or other solar filters from recommended manufacturers.  Viewing the sun or an eclipse using any other glasses or filters could result in loss of vision or permanent blindness.

Amazon has not received confirmation from the supplier of your order that they sourced the item from a recommended manufacturer.  We recommend that you DO NOT use this product to view the sun or the eclipse.

Amazon is applying a balance for the purchase price to Your Account (please allow 7-10 days for this to appear on Your Account).  There is no need for you to return the product.

It’s really pretty crazy since I thought I was making an informed purchase for my family.  I get my $13 bucks back, but I talked to someone on the air this morning who ordered a filter for her camera, and this is a hard-to-find-item, and now she is out of luck for the eclipse.  Check your glasses!  Did you order them online?  Might want to check out my video below to see if these are the ones you have… #KiTC