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Proposition 65
What does proposition 65 mean? Top
It means that the Manufacturer issuing the warning believes that one or more listed chemicals is present in its product, even if it is only present in trace quantities. We use language approved by the State of California as follows:

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
(California law requires this warning to be given to customers in the State of California.)
What kinds of chemicals and materials are on the Proposition 65 list? Top
The list contains a wide range of chemicals and materials, including many metals and plastics, dyes, solvents, pesticides, drugs, food additives, and byproducts of certain processes. These chemicals may be naturally occurring, or synthetic. Some of them are ingredients of common household products; others are specialty chemicals used in common industrial applications.
How is my faucet affected? Top
All faucets made of leaded brass alloys, even those that comply with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations, contribute small amounts of lead to water that is allowed to stand in contact with the brass. All of our faucets comply with all the E.P.A. regulations regarding the amount of lead used in plumbing brass and solder. The amount of lead contributed by any faucet is highest when the faucet is new.
How can I reduce potential exposure from my faucet? Top
The following steps will reduce potential exposure to lead from faucets and other parts of the plumbing system:
  • Always run water for a few seconds prior to use for drinking or cooking.
  • Use only cold water for drinking or cooking.
  • If you wish to flush the entire plumbing system of water that has been standing in the pipes and other fittings, run the cold water until the temperature of the water drops, indicating water coming from the outside main.
  • If you are concerned about lead in your water, have your water tested by an EPA-certified laboratory in your area.
How can I get more information? Top
The California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, OEHHA, maintains a comprehensive website at http://www.oehha.org/prop65.html. This website explains the law and offers a list of all the chemicals and materials. You can also e-mail or telephone the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment's Proposition 65 Implementation Office at (916) 445-6900.