c. 1996 Mikasa Optima White Bowl, Made in Indonesia: 46,200 ppm Lead (90 ppm is unsafe for kids’ items.)

When tested with an XRF instrument this white ceramic Mikasa bowl tested postive for 46,200 ppm lead. For context: the amount of Lead that is considered unsafe in a newly manufactured item intended for use by children is 90 ppm Lead (or higher) in the paint, glaze or coating or 100 ppm Lead (or higher) in the substrate.

Optima Super Strong Fine China
Christopher Stuart
Cafe White
“Freezer to oven and microwave safe dishwasher proof”
Made in Indonesia
“everyday dishes”
Year of manufacture: 1996 (ish)
Tested with an XRF

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