Keeping Californians Safe From Toxic Chemicals in Everyday Products
Taking Action for the Greater Good
Center for Consumer Safety takes legal action against companies that fail to warn consumers about the presence of hazardous chemicals in their products. Our enforcement of California’s Proposition 65 helps ensure the public is informed and protected from toxic exposures in everyday goods. By holding businesses accountable under the law, we drive positive change across industries toward safer products.
Our Process
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Independent Testing
We utilize accredited laboratories to identify toxic chemicals in consumer products and verify any violations with rigorous scientific accuracy.
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Expert Review
We work with experts, including toxicologists, academics, and field researchers, to translate testing results to real world impact.
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Legal Enforcement
When products contain harmful substances without proper warnings, we step in with Proposition 65 notices and litigation to bring companies into compliance with the law.
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Consumer Advocacy
We raise awareness about chemical hazards and champion safer alternatives, helping Californians make informed choices about the products they use and enhance the laws that protect them.
What is Prop 65?
Proposition 65 is California’s landmark consumer protection law that requires businesses to provide a clear warning if their products or facilities expose people to chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. With more than 900 substances on the state’s Proposition 65 list, this law promotes transparency and encourages companies to create safer products. We use Prop 65 enforcement as a powerful tool to protect you and your family from hidden toxins in everyday items.
Protecting Consumers Through Accountability
Center for Consumer Safety is a California-based organization dedicated to safeguarding the public from harmful and toxic chemicals found in everyday products. When companies do not meet their legal obligation to warn people about dangerous substances - or fail to remove those substances from their products - we step in on the public’s behalf. Our primary objective is to protect consumers, families, workers, and the environment by holding responsible parties accountable through legal action when necessary.
Our Mission and Approach
We follow a systematic, thorough process to enforce Proposition 65 and uphold consumer safety. Our team investigates potential public health hazards in products and conducts independent lab testing to confirm the presence of toxic chemicals. If a product is found to violate the law, we pursue litigation or settlements as needed to compel compliance. By using these legal tools, we not only inform the public of hidden dangers but also push manufacturers to eliminate toxins or provide proper warnings. It’s about more than penalties - it’s about driving industry-wide change toward transparency and safety.
Driving Industry Change
Every case we pursue sends a clear message that consumer health comes first. When a company reformulates a product to remove a hazardous ingredient or adds a warning label because of our action, that’s a win for everyone. These outcomes create a ripple effect, encouraging entire industries to adopt safer practices. We are proud to act in the public interest, knowing that our work leads to healthier products on store shelves and a safer marketplace for all.