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OEHHA is removing chloramphenicol from the list of chemicals known to the state to cause cancer, for purposes of Proposition 65.  The delisting of chloramphenicol is effective January 4, 2013. 

Notice of intent to list Styrene as a carcinogen by the Labor Code mechanism

OEHHA is removing dienestrol [CAS No. 84-17-3] from the list of chemicals known to the state to cause cancer, for purposes of Proposition 651.  The delisting of dienestrol is effective JANUARY 4, 2013. 

OEHHA released two drafts of CalEnviroScreen 1.0 before finalizing the tool in April 23, 2013.

OEHHA has reviewed and considered comments received on the proposed rulemaking, and has decided to withdraw the proposal at this time.   

OEHHA has provided a number of comments on the exposure assessment methodology and conclusions on the draft  EAD for Acephate.

This regulatory amendment updates and clarifies a summary of Proposition 65 that must be included as an attachment to all notices of violation that are served upon violators of Proposition 65.

Fish advisory for Mokelumne River at Lodi Lake.

Postponement on the November 2012 CIC meeting until January 25, 2013

OEHHA has selected Butyl Benzyl Phthalate for the CIC's review for possible listing under Proposition 65. OEHHA is initiating the development of hazard identification materials on Butyl Benzyl Phthalate (BBP)