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This bill requires manufacturers of prenatal multivitamins sold in California to conduct comprehensive heavy metal testing and provide transparency about the results, beginning January 1, 2027. Specifically, manufacturers must test each product lot for four heavy metals (arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury) using a certified laboratory that meets strict accreditation standards. Brand owners will be required to publicly disclose the testing results on their websites, including the name and level of each heavy metal present in each product lot. The bill mandates that product packaging and online product pages include a statement directing consumers to where they can find the heavy metal testing information. The legislation also requires manufacturers to include a standardized disclaimer explaining that minerals in prenatal vitamins may naturally contain trace levels of heavy metals. By 2030, any prenatal multivitamin sold in California must comply with these packaging and disclosure requirements, with violations potentially resulting in legal penalties. The bill aims to increase consumer awareness about potential heavy metal content in prenatal supplements and provide transparent information to help expectant and nursing mothers make informed decisions about their nutritional supplements.

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