California Prop 65
Our products are made with organic or natural ingredients, and are not a health threat when used in their intended fashion. However, we do not wish to fight against California.
While we take issue with the science behind the decision, and with the use of the word “chemical”, the laws of the state of California require us to display the following language. We hope you will contact us with any questions you may have.
Proposition 65
California’s Proposition 65 entitles California consumers to special warnings for products that contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm if those products expose consumers to such chemicals above certain threshold levels. We care about our customers’ safety and hope that the information below helps with your buying decisions.
We are providing the following warning for products linked to this page:
WARNING: Certain products contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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 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 birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Jewelry and Tiffany Style Lamps
California requires the following notice:
WARNING: Certain products contain 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 certain products contain 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: Certain products contain progesterone, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. Consult with your physician before using those products.
Fresh Fruits, Nuts, and Vegetables
California requires the following notice:
WARNING: Certain products 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 cans containing foods and beverages sold here have epoxy linings used to avoid microbial contamination and extend shelf life. Lids on jars and caps on bottles may also have epoxy linings. Some of these linings can leach small amounts of bisphenol A (BPA) into the food or beverage. BPA is known to the State of California to cause harm to the female reproductive system. For more information, go to https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65.
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.