This product can expose you to chemicals, including soot, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Carbon Monoxide hazard. Burning charcoal inside can kill you. It gives off carbon monoxide, which has no odor. Never burn charcoal inside homes, vehicles or tents. For your safety: Never use gasoline to light charcoal; do not add lighter fluid directly to burning or hot charcoal; make sure ashes are cold before discarding; never barbecue indoors (see warning above); barbecue away from flammable items, overhangs and trees; store briquets in a cool, dry place.