Why am I being warned about potential exposure to lead and lead compounds?
Lead is on the Proposition 65 list because it can cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Exposure to lead during pregnancy can affect brain development and cause learning and behavior problems for the child. Exposure to lead can harm the reproductive system of men and women.
Lead and lead compounds also are on the Proposition 65 list because they can cause cancer. Exposure to lead and lead compounds may increase cancer risk.
Proposition 65 requires businesses to determine if they must provide a warning about exposures to listed chemicals.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories have come in contact with or contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
