CA Cleaning Products Right to Know Act

OEHHA Household Appliances
Updated July 2022 2/3
Main ways you can be exposed to Proposition 65-listed chemicals from
household appliances:
· During pregnancy, some of these chemicals can pass from mother to baby.
How can I reduce my potential exposure to Proposition 65-listed chemicals
from household appliances?
ü Ensure that all appliances are installed correctly and maintained in good
condition, especially if you repair an appliance yourself.
ü Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for appliances that use natural gas
or propane. Make sure they are properly vented to the outside.
ü When cooking on an indoor gas range or cooktop:
4 Use a range hood that is vented to the outside, and try to use the
back burners, which may be better ventilated than the front ones.
4 Alternatively, use an exhaust fan that is vented to the outside.
Try to open windows and/or exterior doors.
ü If you think you may have a gas leak associated with a gas-powered appliance,
have the appliance inspected and fixed. If there is a strong gas odor, leave the
building immediately.
Ä Appliances designated for outdoor use, such as barbecue grills or fuel-burning
generators, should not be used indoors.
ü Install a carbon monoxide alarm in your home, test it frequently, and replace
its batteries as needed.
ü Minimize your exposure to dust.
4 Wash your hands and your child’s hands frequently, especially
before preparing food and before eating.
4 Clean floors regularly, using a wet mop or a vacuum cleaner with
a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter, if possible.
4 Wipe up dust regularly, using a damp cloth.
Exposure to chemicals released
from household appliances
Breathing in air or
dust that contain
chemicals
Transferring chemicals
from the hands to the
mouth, and swallowing
Touching surfaces or dust
that contain chemicals,
and absorbing them
through the skin