A lead is a toxic metal that is used as a component of glazes and decorative decals on ceramics including some ornamental and decorative ceramicware.
Fda lead in ceramics.
Safety requirements than those originating from other.
That testing according to an email from fda spokesperson megan mcseveney is based on some.
It is especially harmful to children pregnant women and unborn babies.
Cpg sec 545 450 pottery ceramics.
Food and drug administration randomly tests ceramic food containers like crockpots for lead.
Import and domestic lead contamination november 2005.
Fda has received reports from local health authorities that traditional pottery from several manufacturers in mexico labeled as lead free in fact contains levels of.
Lead used in ceramic glazes or in decorative paints covering the surface of ceramics can be a health hazard for potters and for people using their.
Toc lead is a toxic substance that can affect people of any age.
The use of ornamental or decorative ceramicware to prepare serve or hold food may result in the leaching of lead from the glaze or decoration into the food.
Fda 2013 s 0610 specific electronic submissions intended for fda s dockets management staff.
Fda is aware of ongoing efforts by potters in mexico and other countries to convert from lead glazed to nlg based production methods for traditional pottery a category of ceramicware produced.