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Questions & Answers about Proposition 65
What is Proposition 65?
Proposition 65
purchase, in their homes or workplaces, or that are released into the environment. By requiring that this information be
provided, Proposition 65 enables Californians to make informed decisions about their exposures to these chemicals.
into sources of drinking water.
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tive harm. This list, which must be updated at least once a year, has grown to include approximately 900 chemicals
What types of chemicals are on the Proposition 65 list?
The list contains a wide range of naturally occurring and synthetic chemicals that include additives or ingredients in
pesticides, common household products, food, drugs, dyes, or solvents. Listed chemicals may also be used in manufac-
What does a warning mean?
If a warning is placed on a product label or posted or distributed at a workplace, a business, or in rental housing, the
business issuing the warning is aware or believes that it is exposing individuals to one or more listed chemicals.
is low enough to pose no significant risk of
cancer or is significantly below levels observed to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Where can I get more information on Proposition 65?