California Proposition 65

  1. Our Services
  2. Restricted Substances
  3. California Proposition 65


California Proposition 65 (formally titled "The Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986") requires the State to publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. This list, which must be updated at least once a year, has grown to include approximately 800 chemicals since it was first publisged in 1987. 
Prop-65-Lead-Warning-Label
*New Warning regulation went into effect on August 30th, 2018 

Important factors of California Proposition 65

  • It is NOT a restriction of chemicals

  • It is a "warning" sign requirement

  • Lawsuits for violations can be initiated by the public/private enforcers

  • Over 900+ chemicals listed

  • Defending a lawsuit can be costly

  • It applies to virtually every product sold in California, U.S
     

New "Clear and Reasonable Warnings" label

  • Product "can expose you to" instead of "contains"

  • Yellow warning sign must be displayed

  • "Warning" must be displayed in all capital and bold letters

  • Name at least 1 listed chemical that prompted the warning

  • Internet address for OEHHA's new CA Prop 65 warnings website, www.P65Warnings.ca.gov


Top 10 Product Categories for California Proposition 65

  • Health Care

  • Personal Accessories

  • Kitchen Merchandise

  • Sports Equipment

  • Lawn Supplies

  • Household / Office Furniture

  • Tools

  • Plumbing / HVAC

  • Beauty / Personal Care

  • Food / Beverage / Toabacco