What does prop 65 compliant mean?

Proposition 65 requires businesses to provide warnings to Californians about significant exposures to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. These chemicals can be in the products that Californians purchase, in their homes or workplaces, or that are released into the environment.

What is Tris furniture?

Chlorinated tris is a chemical flame retardant. Adding flame retardants to furniture products is one way to reduce flammability. Polyurethane foam treated with chlorinated tris may be used in upholstered furniture. Textiles and plastic treated with chlorinated tris may be used in furniture products.

What is the chemical structure of chlorinated Tris?

Chemical Description Chlorinated Tris, or Tris (1,3-dichloro-2-propyl) phosphate is a chlorinated phosphate ester (#1). It is a colorless, viscous liquid at temperatures greater than 27 degrees C (#4).

What products are affected by Prop 65?

Products & Places

  • Alcoholic Beverages.
  • Cannabis and THC Products.
  • Diesel Engine Exhaust.
  • Food.
  • Furniture Products.
  • Passenger and Off-Highway Motor Vehicles.
  • Petroleum Products.
  • Recreational Vessels.

What is Tdcpp stand for?

Abstract. Tris(1,3-dichloro-2-propyl)phosphate (TDCPP) is a halogen-containing organophosphorus chemical that is widely employed in various consumer products with a high production volume.

What is antimony trioxide used for?

Antimony Trioxide is a white, odorless crystalline (sand-like) powder. It is used as a flame-proofing agent, in pigments and ceramics, to stain iron and copper, and to decolorize glass.

Is Tris a carcinogen?

* Tris (2,3-Dibromopropyl) Phosphate is on the Hazardous Substance List because it is cited by NTP, DEP, IARC and EPA. * This chemical is on the Special Health Hazard Substance List because it is a CARCINOGEN.

What is TCPP flame retardant?

TCPP (tris (1-chloro-2-propyl) phosphate) is a flame retardant commonly used in polyurethane foam in consumer products and in home insulation, and in electronics. It is used as an additive to polyurethane foam and is not chemically bound, and it escapes from products into the indoor environment.

Why do my vitamins have a Prop 65 warning?

A Prop 65 warning indicates only if a product contains an ingredient that might cause cancer or reproductive issues. The label won’t tell you what the substance is, how much of it may be in the product, or what your level of risk is.