This Earth Rugs braided area rug is made from natural jute fibers. The rug is naturally water resistant and meets the Consumer Products Safety Commission Standard Ff-2-70 for flammability. It is yarn dyed using high quality chemical dyes. It's eco-friendly and eco-chic For residents of California - California Proposition 65 Warning This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and/or other reproductive harm. This notice is being provided in accordance with California's Proposition 65. Read more about Prop 65 on the State of California Prop 65 website.