Mineral Resources International
Below is the timeline of events of the case between ERC and Mineral Resources International, Inc.
Notice of Violation I
On January 10, 2020, Environmental Research Center filed a Notice of Violation of California Law Proposition 65, against Mineral Resources International, Inc.
In this action, ERC alleges that one specific product manufactured, distributed, or sold by Mineral Resources International contain lead, a chemical listed under Proposition 65 as a carcinogen and reproductive toxin, and expose consumers to lead at a level requiring a Proposition 65 warning.
This product is
Anderson Health Solutions Fiber Blend with LB Pre-Biotic
Settlement
A settlement was reached on July 1, 2020. In full satisfaction of all potential civil penalties, additional settlement payments, attorney's fees, and costs, Mineral Resources International shall make a total payment of $10,000.00 to ERC.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
The following warning must be utilized on products with lead levels over 0.5 micrograms:
WARNING: Consuming this product can expose you to chemicals including lead which is [are] known to the State of California to cause [cancer and] birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food.
Beginning within one year, Mineral Resources International will arrange for lead testing of the Covered Products at least once a year for a minimum of four consecutive years. This is done by arranging for the testing of one randomly selected sample of the Covered Product they plan to distribute in California.
If tests conducted demonstrate that no Warning is required for a Covered Product during each of the four consecutive years, then the testing requirements will no longer be required.