California Public Resources Code CHAPTER 5.9 - Plastic Microbeads Nuisance Prevention Law

  • Section 42360.
    The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:(a) Plastic does not biodegrade into elements or compounds commonly found in nature like other organic materials, but,...
  • Section 42361.
    As used in this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings:(a) “Person” means an individual, business, or other entity.(b) (1) “Personal care product” means an article intended...
  • Section 42362.
    On and after January 1, 2020, a person shall not sell or offer for promotional purposes in this state any personal care products containing plastic...
  • Section 42363.
    Section 42362 shall not apply to a person that sells or offers for promotional purposes a personal care product containing plastic microbeads in an amount...
  • Section 42364.
    (a) A person who violates or threatens to violate Section 42362 may be enjoined in any court of competent jurisdiction.(b) (1) A person who has violated Section 42362...
  • Section 42366.
    This chapter does not alter or diminish any legal obligation otherwise required in common law or by statute or regulation, and this chapter does not...

Last modified: October 22, 2018