{"id":22415,"date":"2025-04-17T10:09:25","date_gmt":"2025-04-17T14:09:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.filtersfast.com\/blog\/?p=22415"},"modified":"2026-07-17T14:08:30","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T18:08:30","slug":"what-is-a-p65-warning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.filtersfast.com\/blog\/what-is-a-p65-warning\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a P65 Warning?"},"content":{"rendered":"

What is a P65 warning, and why is it important? It seems that P65 warnings are appearing on more and more products these days. When you see a label that says, \u201cThis product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California. It may cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm,\u201d it may worry you.<\/p>\n

The truth is, P65 labels should cause some concern. In this blog, you’ll find more information and resources to make more informed decisions about the products you purchase.<\/p>\n

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What is a P65?<\/h2>\n

Proposition 65, or Prop 65, is a California law. This law requires California to publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. The state updates the list annually and requires businesses to provide these warnings to Californians.<\/p>\n

Consumer products sold to Californians must have a Prop 65 warning. If you don’t live in California, you may see labels, packaging, or websites that sell products to Californians.<\/p>\n

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DON’T LIVE IN CALIFORNIA?<\/h2>\n

You can still benefit from these warnings and make more informed decisions about the products that you purchase.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

What Chemicals are on the Prop 65 List?<\/h2>\n

The Proposition 65 list features a diverse array of chemicals. It includes both naturally occurring and synthetic varieties. The substances on the list may be additives or ingredients in various products. Here are a few examples:<\/p>\n