Add Denby to the list of companies making false statements (in writing!) about the historic use of Lead in their products
XRF Test Results for Denby Midnight-Pattern Fine Stoneware (c. 1983 – 1996), Made in England: 10,800 ppm Lead (unsafe)
J & G Meakin England Classic White Nordic pattern: 51,000 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is unsafe for kids) & 23 ppm Mercury.
Royal Doulton Carlyle Pattern English Fine Bone China: 70,900 ppm Lead on the food surface. For context: 90 ppm & up is considered unsafe in modern items made for use by children.
Royal Doulton Cinnamon Pattern Lambeth Stoneware – Made in England: 65,500 ppm Lead (90 ppm & up is considered unsafe in modern children’s items.)
Greenwood – Made in Staffordshire England – Hand Decorated Ironstone: 73,100 ppm Lead. 90 ppm (& up) is unsafe, most Ironstone has unsafe levels of Lead.