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XRF Test Results for 2024 UK-Purchased (new) WHSmith Gift Topper Jingle Bells

XRF Test Results for 2024 UK-Purchased (new) WHSmith Gift Topper Jingle Bells

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  For those new to the Lead Safe Mama website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her four sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Tamara owns and runs Lead Safe Mama,…

If I celebrated Christmas, here’s what I would like in my stocking…

If I celebrated Christmas, here’s what I would like in my stocking…

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  For those new to the Lead Safe Mama website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Tamara owns and runs Lead Safe Mama, LLC…

Is your artificial Christmas tree safe? XRF test results for 2020 Home Depot artificial Christmas tree sample (& guidelines for choosing a safer tree)

Is your artificial Christmas tree safe? XRF test results for 2020 Home Depot artificial Christmas tree sample (& guidelines for choosing a safer tree)

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     More Christmas Buttons (Article & Category Links)      For those new to the Lead Safe Mama website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her four sons were acutely…

Incredibly toxic and dangerous souvenir purchased at the Tower of London gift shop (November 2022)

Incredibly toxic and dangerous souvenir purchased at the Tower of London gift shop (November 2022)

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  Published: December 18, 2022 — Sunday Well … I guess I can really pick ’em! I have a special talent (actually, body of knowledge and experience) that enables me to easily pick out the most toxic souvenir in the shop! I purchased this at the Tower of London Gift Shop last month — because…

Full XRF test results for a 2021 Purchased (New) Spode Christmas Tree Dish (Made in China): Positive for trace Lead & Cadmium

Full XRF test results for a 2021 Purchased (New) Spode Christmas Tree Dish (Made in China): Positive for trace Lead & Cadmium

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  For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

c. Late-1990s (or later) Spode Christmas Tree dish: 319 ppm Lead on the food surface ( + 138 ppm Cadmium & 2,402 ppm Cobalt)

c. Late-1990s (or later) Spode Christmas Tree dish: 319 ppm Lead on the food surface ( + 138 ppm Cadmium & 2,402 ppm Cobalt)

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  For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

c. 1980s Nikko Happy Holidays China Dish With Christmas Tree (Japan): 87,000 ppm Lead on the food surface (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids)

c. 1980s Nikko Happy Holidays China Dish With Christmas Tree (Japan): 87,000 ppm Lead on the food surface (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids)

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    Published: Sunday — July 3, 2022 Given all federal agencies agree there is no safe level of Lead exposure for humans and that in 2008, the Consumer Product Safety Commission set 90 ppm Lead as the limit for allowable Lead in the paint, glaze, or coating of an item intended for use by…

Paparazzi Accessories child’s ring — enamel Christmas tree with white star: 475 ppm Lead, 242,100 ppm Cadmium, & 3,864 ppm Antimony

Paparazzi Accessories child’s ring — enamel Christmas tree with white star: 475 ppm Lead, 242,100 ppm Cadmium, & 3,864 ppm Antimony

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  For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

Paparazzi Accessories child’s ring — striped Christmas tree with clear gems: 62,400 ppm Lead, 262,700 ppm Cadmium, & 5,397 ppm Antimony

Paparazzi Accessories child’s ring — striped Christmas tree with clear gems: 62,400 ppm Lead, 262,700 ppm Cadmium, & 5,397 ppm Antimony

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  Paparazzi Children’s Jewelry Examples Published: February 22, 2022 — Tuesday Important context for the findings noted on this post Please read this overview (linked here) for context about the levels of toxic heavy metals found in this Jewelry — and why this particular piece would likely be considered illegal if it was sold in the…

Paparazzi Accessories children’s earrings, enamel Christmas trees: 385,100 ppm Cadmium & 4,480 ppm Antimony (Illegal in California)

Paparazzi Accessories children’s earrings, enamel Christmas trees: 385,100 ppm Cadmium & 4,480 ppm Antimony (Illegal in California)

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  Paparazzi Children’s Jewelry Examples Published: February 16, 2022 — Wednesday Please read this post (link) for context about the levels of metals found in this jewelry. More information to be uploaded shortly. These earrings would be illegal in the State of California if sold there anytime beginning June 1, 2020 (or later). The reader…

Paparazzi Accessories children’s earrings, Christmas presents with crystal: 10,300 ppm Lead, 423,600 ppm Cadmium, 281 ppm Nickel, & 796 ppm Antimony (Illegal in California)

Paparazzi Accessories children’s earrings, Christmas presents with crystal: 10,300 ppm Lead, 423,600 ppm Cadmium, 281 ppm Nickel, & 796 ppm Antimony (Illegal in California)

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  Paparazzi Children’s Jewelry Examples Published: February 16, 2022 — Wednesday Please read this post (link) for context about the levels of metals found in this jewelry. More information to be published shortly. Christmas present with holly bow children’s earrings (enamel & crystal) 30-second test Lead (Pb): 10,300 +/- 200 ppm Cadmium (Cd): 423,600 +/-…

Vintage Shiny Brite Christmas Ornament — Red Decorated Glass Ball: 131 ppm Arsenic + 109 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids)

Vintage Shiny Brite Christmas Ornament — Red Decorated Glass Ball: 131 ppm Arsenic + 109 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids)

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  Here’s the general introduction I provide on a lot of my articles, for those who may be new to my work (or have possibly “stumbled upon” this work while just casually browsing, or conducting more serious research): Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary…

Vintage Shiny Brite Christmas Ornament — Peach Glass Ball: 39 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids)

Vintage Shiny Brite Christmas Ornament — Peach Glass Ball: 39 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids)

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  Here’s the general introduction I provide on a lot of my articles, for those who may be new to my work (or have possibly “stumbled upon” this work while casually browsing, or conducting more serious research): Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker….

Vintage Shiny Brite (?) Christmas Ornament — Pink Glass Ball: 10 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids)

Vintage Shiny Brite (?) Christmas Ornament — Pink Glass Ball: 10 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids)

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  Here’s the general introduction I provide on a lot of my articles, for those who may be new to my work (or have possibly “stumbled upon” this work while casually browsing, or conducting more serious research): Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker….

All I want for Christmas…

All I want for Christmas…

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  Tonight’s Lead Safe Mama Newsletter Note: I do not publish all Lead Safe Mama Newsletters here on the website. If you want to make sure to get each and every Lead Safe Mama Newsletter, please subscribe to the Lead Safe Mama e-mail list. It’s free! Here’s the link! December 24, 2021 — Friday All…

2016 GE Brand 7.5 ft Douglas Fir Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree (Illinois): Positive for Lead, Cadmium, Arsenic (low levels), and 2,654 ppm Antimony!

2016 GE Brand 7.5 ft Douglas Fir Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree (Illinois): Positive for Lead, Cadmium, Arsenic (low levels), and 2,654 ppm Antimony!

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  For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead-poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her four sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

Target 2020 Artificial Unlit 7.5 Ft. Tall Wonder Shop Virginia Pine Christmas Tree, Purchased in CA, Non-detect for: Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Arsenic & Antimony!

Target 2020 Artificial Unlit 7.5 Ft. Tall Wonder Shop Virginia Pine Christmas Tree, Purchased in CA, Non-detect for: Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Arsenic & Antimony!

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  Published: December 17, 2021 — Friday I am certain this is exciting news for many Lead Safe Mama readers! So many of the modern artificial Christmas trees these days test positive for at least one (if not more) toxic heavy metals of concern. While of course Chlorine is not ideal, either — the Chlorine test…

Vintage Shiny Brite (Made in USA or possibly West Germany!) Christmas ornament — blue with white stars: 175,500 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids)

Vintage Shiny Brite (Made in USA or possibly West Germany!) Christmas ornament — blue with white stars: 175,500 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids)

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  For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

Vintage Satin-Sheen Pyramid Brand Decorative Glass Christmas Ornaments (bell shaped with iridescent glass): 16 ppm Lead + 25 ppm Cadmium. Safe levels by all standards.

Vintage Satin-Sheen Pyramid Brand Decorative Glass Christmas Ornaments (bell shaped with iridescent glass): 16 ppm Lead + 25 ppm Cadmium. Safe levels by all standards.

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Here’s the general introduction I provide on a lot of my posts, for those who may be new to my work (or have possibly “stumbled upon” my work – while just casually browsing, or conducting more serious research): Tamara Rubin is a Federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and childhood Lead-poisoning prevention. She is also a mother…

Max Eckardt & Sons Shiny Brite Vintage Glass Christmas Ornaments: 23,400 ppm Lead in the yellow bands. 90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids.

Max Eckardt & Sons Shiny Brite Vintage Glass Christmas Ornaments: 23,400 ppm Lead in the yellow bands. 90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids.

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  For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

Fantasia Brand Christmas Tree Ornaments (Made in Poland): 23 ppm Lead + 9 ppm Arsenic (plus the finish is peeling!)

Fantasia Brand Christmas Tree Ornaments (Made in Poland): 23 ppm Lead + 9 ppm Arsenic (plus the finish is peeling!)

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  For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

QVC Temp-tations Espresso Cup Christmas Ornaments (Xmas 2020): 2,924 ppm Lead + 981 ppm Cadmium — QVC tells customers to use them for cocoa with the grandkids!

QVC Temp-tations Espresso Cup Christmas Ornaments (Xmas 2020): 2,924 ppm Lead + 981 ppm Cadmium — QVC tells customers to use them for cocoa with the grandkids!

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  For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

Greenbrier International Christmas House (Dollar Tree) 2021 Plastic Tube Ornament (Santa belt design): Positive for Lead, Arsenic, & Antimony

Greenbrier International Christmas House (Dollar Tree) 2021 Plastic Tube Ornament (Santa belt design): Positive for Lead, Arsenic, & Antimony

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  For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…

Traditional green ball-style plastic Christmas ornament from Aldi (2020): 44,400 ppm ARSENIC! (NOT safe for children!)

Traditional green ball-style plastic Christmas ornament from Aldi (2020): 44,400 ppm ARSENIC! (NOT safe for children!)

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  For those new to this website: Tamara Rubin is a multiple-federal-award-winning independent advocate for childhood Lead poisoning prevention and consumer goods safety, and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children (two of her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005). Since 2009, Tamara has been using XRF technology (a scientific method…