Frequently Asked Questions

Analytical FAQLead

Lead is a heavy bluish-gray metal with compounds found in pigment in paints, dyes, and ceramic glazes. It is a highly toxic substance, exposure to which can produce a wide range of adverse health effects.
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Analytical FAQCadmium

Cadmium is a soft, malleable, bluish-white metal with a low melting point that occurs as a minor component in zinc ores. It is produced mainly as a by-product from the refining of zinc ores.

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Analytical FAQProposition 65
Proposition 65 (formerly the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986) is a California law that can be complex and challenging for industry to comply with, and for consumers to understand.
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t-shirtOrganic Cotton

Organic cotton is cotton that has been grown for at least three years without chemical pesticides, defoliants, or fertilizers. Organically grown cotton is seen as environmentally friendly.
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electrical outletFederal Communications Commission (FCC)

The FCC is responsible for the management of the radio spectrum in the US, protecting against “radio and broadcast pollution” by enforcing standards of decency and regulating electromagnetic noise sources.
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Analytical FAQCA Formaldehyde in Composite Wood
California Air Resources Board (CARB) is a department of the California Environmental Protection Agency. Formaldehyde is used in a variety of products from disinfectants to textiles.
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