Analysis of California Proposition 65's "60 Day Violation Notice" in August 2023
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2023-10-05
Analysis of California Proposition 65's "60 Day Violation Notice" in August 2023
The 1986 Drinking Water Safety and Toxic Substances Enforcement Act, commonly known as California Proposition 65, is enforced by the California Attorney General's Office, district attorneys, lawyers, or individuals representing the public interest. California Proposition 65 requires law enforcement agencies to notify those who violate the law of impending action. This notification must be sent to the parties no less than 60 days before taking action, therefore, it is commonly referred to as a "60 day violation notification".
In August 2023, California Proposition 65 issued a total of 343 "60 day violation notices". Most of the notifications were about lead (52%), with 19% of notifications about phthalate vinegar and 29% of notifications about other chemicals.
There are 25 notifications regarding phthalates, 1 notification regarding lead, and 1 notification regarding hexavalent chromium for luggage products. There are 40 notifications about lead and 2 notifications about phthalates for glass and ceramic products with external decoration. Footwear products have 6 notifications about phthalates and 4 notifications about bisphenol A (BPA). There are 2 notifications about lead and 3 notifications about phthalates for pet products. There are 8 notifications regarding phthalates in the packaging.
It is worth noting that there are four notifications regarding Bisphenol A (BPA) this month, targeting sports bras, sweatshirts, leggings, and equipment accessories mainly made of polyester and containing spandex or other brands of elastic fibers.
Beauty and personal care products have 31 notifications regarding other chemicals such as titanium dioxide, benzene, and diethanolamine. There are 9 notifications regarding perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) for dust covers, refrigerated bags/boxes, hats, shower hats, bandages, and men's sports pants.
There are 10 notifications regarding hexavalent chromium for luggage, storage products, leather gloves for sports and entertainment, and clothing.
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