Proposition 65 Warning
This product can expose you to chemicals including nickel, chromium, and carbon monoxide, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
What is Proposition 65?
Proposition 65 (officially the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986) requires California businesses to provide warnings before knowingly and intentionally exposing anyone to chemicals listed by the State of California as known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Exhaust Solutions is committed to compliance with Proposition 65 and provides this warning for products that may contain or expose users to listed chemicals during normal handling, installation, or use.
Chemicals and Products Covered
The following chemical exposures are associated with exhaust system and catalytic converter products sold on this site:
| Chemical | Hazard | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel | Cancer | Catalyst substrate, stainless steel components |
| Chromium (hexavalent) | Cancer | Stainless steel exhaust components |
| Carbon Monoxide | Reproductive harm | Engine exhaust gases |
| Benzene | Cancer | Engine exhaust gases |
| Lead | Cancer, reproductive harm | Solder in certain hardware components |
How to Reduce Exposure
- Wear nitrile gloves when handling catalytic converter components
- Wash hands thoroughly after handling any exhaust parts
- Perform installation in a well-ventilated area
- Do not run the vehicle engine in enclosed spaces
- Do not weld or cut exhaust components without appropriate respiratory protection
- Keep children away from vehicle exhaust and installation areas
More Information
For a full list of chemicals covered under Proposition 65 and more information on associated health risks, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Questions? Contact us at compliance@exhaustsolutions.com.