3717-1-04(C) Equipment, utensils, and linens: materials for construction and repair

Lead, use limitation.

(1)

Ceramic, china, crystal and decorative utensils such as hand painted ceramic or china that are used in contact with food are to be lead-free or contain levels of lead not exceeding the limits of the following utensil categories: Utensil Category · Ceramic Article Description · Maximum Lead mg/L Beverage Mugs, Cups, Pitchers · Coffee Mugs · 0.5 Large Hollowware (excluding pitchers) · Bowls greater than or equal to 1.16 quart (1.1 liter) · 1.0 Small Hollowware (excluding cups and mugs) · Bowls less than 1.16 quart (1.1 liter) · 2.0 Flat Tableware · Plates, Saucers · 3.0

(2)

Pewter alloys containing lead in excess of 0.05 per cent cannot be used as a food-contact surface.

(3)

Solder and flux containing lead in excess of 0.2 per cent cannot be used as a food-contact surface.