At OutdoorBarbell.com, we’re committed to providing high-quality fitness equipment like outdoor barbells, resistance bands, and other gear to power your band resistance training and outdoor workouts. As part of our commitment to transparency and compliance with California law, this page explains our California Proposition 65 (Prop 65) disclaimer. If you’re purchasing our products in California or as a California resident, please read this information carefully to understand potential chemical exposure risks.

What Is California Proposition 65?

California Proposition 65, also known as the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, requires businesses to warn California consumers about exposure to chemicals known to the state to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. This applies to fitness products like barbells for outdoors and resistance bands, which may contain trace amounts of regulated substances due to manufacturing processes.

For a deeper dive into safe equipment use, check out our guide on Selecting the Best Outdoor Barbell for Your Home Gym.

Prop 65 Warning for OutdoorBarbell.com Products

Some products sold on OutdoorBarbell.com, including outdoor barbells, resistance bands, and other fitness accessories, may contain chemicals listed under Proposition 65, such as:

• Phthalates: Found in some plastic coatings or grips on barbells for outdoors.

• Heavy metals: Present in certain metal alloys or coatings.

• Other substances: Found in foam or rubber components used in band resistance training equipment.

As required by California law, we provide the following warning for applicable products:

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including phthalates, lead, or other substances, 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.

This warning appears on product packaging, labels, or our website for items sold to California residents.

Why Do Our Products Have Prop 65 Warnings?

Fitness equipment like outdoor barbells and resistance bands may include materials (e.g., PVC, rubber, or metal coatings) that contain trace amounts of Prop 65-listed chemicals. While these amounts are often below federal safety thresholds, California’s strict regulations require warnings unless products are proven to be below Prop 65 “safe harbor” levels through testing. At OutdoorBarbell.com, we prioritize safety and work with manufacturers to minimize chemical exposure, but we include Prop 65 warnings to ensure compliance.

For more on maintaining your fitness gear, read our article on How to Care for Your Outdoor Barbell.

How to Use Our Products Safely

To minimize any potential risks associated with Prop 65 chemicals:

• Wash Hands After Use: Clean your hands after handling outdoor barbells or resistance bands to reduce exposure to surface residues.

• Follow Instructions: Use products as intended to avoid unnecessary wear or damage that could increase chemical exposure.

• Store Properly: Keep barbells for outdoors and bands in a cool, dry place to maintain material integrity.

For additional safety tips, explore our Top Safety Tips for Outdoor Barbell Workouts.

Our Commitment to Compliance

OutdoorBarbell.com is dedicated to meeting all applicable federal and state regulations, including Proposition 65. We work with suppliers to ensure our outdoor barbells and band resistance training products are safe and compliant. If testing confirms a product is below Prop 65 safe harbor levels, we may omit warnings, but we err on the side of caution to protect our California customers.

Questions About Prop 65?

If you have concerns about Proposition 65 or our outdoor barbell and resistance band products, contact us at support@outdoorbarbell.com. We’re happy to provide more information or assist with product questions. You can also learn more at www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.