Section 980. Lead use limitation

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A. Ceramic, china, and crystal utensils, and decorative utensils such as hand-painted ceramic or china that are used in contact with food shall be lead-free or contain levels of lead not exceeding the limits of the following utensil categories:^P

Utensil Category	Ceramic Article Description	Maximum Lead (mg/L)
Beverage Mugs, Cups, Pitchers	Coffee Mugs	0.5
Large Hollowware (excluding pitchers)	Bowls ≥1.1 Liter (1.16 Quart)	1.0
Small Hollowware (excluding cups and mugs)	Bowls <1.1 Liter (1.16 Quart)	2.0
Flat Tableware	Plates, Saucers	3.0

B. Pewter alloys containing lead in excess of 0.05% may not be used as a food-contact surface.^P

C. Solder and flux containing lead in excess of 0.2% may not be used as a food-contact surface.

Historical Notes

Derived from Volume 24, Issue 02, eff. October 16, 2007; amended, Virginia Register Volume 26, Issue 07, eff. January 1, 2010; Volume 32, Issue 22, eff. July 12, 2016.

Statutory Authority

§ 3.2-5121 of the Code of Virginia.

                    
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