California Proposition 65

Proposition 65, officially known as the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, is a California law that protects residents by requiring businesses to provide clear warnings about significant exposure to chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harmProposition 65 Warnings Website. Below is our full compliance disclosure and commitment to transparency for all California customers:

1. What is Proposition 65?


Proposition 65 mandates two key requirements:

  • The State of California must publish and update annually a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm (now over 900 substances)Proposition 65 Warnings Website
  • Businesses with 10 or more employees must provide clear and reasonable warnings before exposing individuals to these chemicalsOffice of the Attorney General
  • The law also prohibits discharging significant amounts of listed chemicals into drinking water sourcesOEHHA

This law does not ban products containing these chemicals but ensures consumers have the information needed to make informed decisions about their purchases.

2. Our Product Compliance & Warnings


Kitchen Appliance Safety Commitment


All our compact food processors and kitchen tools are designed and manufactured to meet strict safety standards. We:

  • Conduct regular testing to ensure our products comply with Proposition 65 safe harbor levels for listed chemicals
  • Source materials that minimize potential exposure to substances like lead, cadmium, and phthalates
  • Follow manufacturing best practices to prevent unintended chemical contamination

Required Warnings


For California residents, we provide clear warnings on products and packaging if they contain trace amounts of Proposition 65-listed chemicals above established safety thresholds. Our warnings comply with the latest 2025 amendments, including:

  • Specific chemical identification when required
  • Clear, readable formatting that meets state guidelines
  • Online disclosure for all products sold through our website

3. Online Shopping & California Compliance


Website Disclosure


All products sold to California addresses include Proposition 65 warnings prominently displayed on:

  • Product detail pages
  • Shopping cart summary
  • Order confirmation emails
  • Shipping documentation

Our Commitment to Transparency


We believe in full disclosure and never hide potential chemical exposure information from our customers. Our warnings are:

  • Easy to locate and understand
  • Presented in plain language without technical jargon
  • Consistent across all sales channels