Shipping to California? What You Need to Know About Prop 65

If your brand sells in California, your packaging must comply with the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act (Prop 65).

1. Ink and Glue Testing

Prop 65 regulates over 900 chemicals, including heavy metals often found in low-quality inks and glues. **The EliteBox Standard:** We use soy-based inks and non-toxic, water-based adhesives that pass California's strict chemical leaching standards.

2. Phthalates in Plastic Inserts

Generic plastic trays often contain phthalates (like DEHP). **Our Solution:** We recommend **EVA foam** or **moulded paper pulp** inserts, which are naturally Prop 65 compliant and offer better brand perception than thin, brittle plastics.

3. Warning Label Requirements

If your product or packaging cannot be proven to be under the "Safe Harbor" limits, a specific warning label must be applied. We help our clients perform material testing to avoid these unsightly labels whenever possible. [Request a material test report](/contact).