Prop 65 Compliance for Dietary Supplements
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Download the Prop 65 Compliance for Dietary Supplements System (PDF)
Why This Matters
Dietary supplements are one of the most-sued categories under California Proposition 65. “Natural” does not mean safe—herbs, roots, and greens concentrate lead and cadmium from soil. Turmeric, ashwagandha, and chlorella are recurring targets.
Typical Prop 65 warning (supplements):
“This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.” — P65Warnings.ca.gov
High-Risk Factors
- Botanical extracts: Soil metals concentrate in capsules and powders.
- SKU exposure: Each SKU is separately at risk; one warning label strategy is not enough.
- Amazon & retailers: Marketplaces now require Prop 65 documentation before listing.
- Documentation: Weak records lead to settlements; defensible systems prevent litigation.
Business Impact of Non-Compliance
- 60-Day Notice: Immediate legal exposure.
- Settlement risk: $30K–$150K per SKU, per plaintiff.
- Retail delisting: Amazon suspends listings once an NOV is filed.
- Brand damage: Negative reviews and trust loss outlast the case.
What We Deliver
- SKU-level risk assessment
- Heavy metal testing oversight
- Exposure evaluation
- Compliance determination
- Supplier compliance program
- Documentation system
- Ongoing monitoring
Don’t Wait for a 60-Day Notice
Build a defensible Prop 65 compliance system for dietary supplements—covering heavy metal exposure, SKU-level documentation, and audit-ready reporting.
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Prop 65 (Supplements) · Heavy Metal Exposure · Botanical Risk · Defensible Documentation Systems