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October 2022 Lead-free Espresso Cup Recommendation

October 2022 Lead-free Espresso Cup Recommendation

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October 21, 2022- Friday  A reader messaged me today asking for a Lead-free espresso cup recommendation. This one is a good choice! AND it is on sale today https://amzn.to/3DjB7JF (aflink). Amazon links are affiliate links. If you purchase something after clicking on a Lead Safe Mama, LLC affiliate link we may receive a percentage of…

Lead Safe Mama Initiated CPSC Recall for Lead Painted Baby Bottles Made by NUK

Lead Safe Mama Initiated CPSC Recall for Lead Painted Baby Bottles Made by NUK

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Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is a federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children, her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005. Since 2009 Tamara has been using XRF testing (a scientific method used by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)…

XRF Test results for clear glass jar from Wild Ferments Kimchi (Pennsylvania): 30 ppm Lead, 12 ppm Cadmium, 20 ppm Antimony – safe by all standards.

XRF Test results for clear glass jar from Wild Ferments Kimchi (Pennsylvania): 30 ppm Lead, 12 ppm Cadmium, 20 ppm Antimony – safe by all standards.

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August 4, 2022 – Thursday XRF test results for the clear glass jar picture here. Reading #1) 60-second reading on the bottom of the glass Lead (Pb): 23 +/- 8 ppm Lead Cadmium (Cd): non-detect Tin (Sn): 38 +/- 8 ppm Mercury (Hg): non-detect Selenium (Se): non-detect Barium (Ba): non-detect Arsenic (As): non-detect Chromium (Cr):…

The CPSC issued a recall for the Lead painted baby bottles we discovered last year — but they only recalled 1 of 6 NUK Lead-painted designs

The CPSC issued a recall for the Lead painted baby bottles we discovered last year — but they only recalled 1 of 6 NUK Lead-painted designs

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Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is a federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children, her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005. Since 2009 Tamara has been using XRF testing (a scientific method used by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)…

2-cup glass measuring cup with pour spout & juicer: Lead-free! (Free of Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury, & Antimony, too!)

2-cup glass measuring cup with pour spout & juicer: Lead-free! (Free of Arsenic, Cadmium, Mercury, & Antimony, too!)

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  July 1, 2022 — Friday XRF test results for the 2-cup clear glass measuring cup (by CuttleLab) pictured (purchased in 2022 from Amazon) are below. Affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3NuXq0B My husband LOVES this measuring cup (he has been using it for measuring out the just-boiled water for my morning coffee)! He says he loves that it has…

Simplified summary of Lead Safe Mama, LLC findings for Lead-painted glass baby bottles purchased on Amazon in 2021

Simplified summary of Lead Safe Mama, LLC findings for Lead-painted glass baby bottles purchased on Amazon in 2021

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Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is a federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children, her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005. Since 2009 Tamara has been using XRF testing (a scientific method used by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)…

2022 the Mountain Valley Spring Water Green Glass Bottle: Non-detect for Lead, positive for 17 ppm Cadmium & 21 ppm Antimony (safe by all standards)

2022 the Mountain Valley Spring Water Green Glass Bottle: Non-detect for Lead, positive for 17 ppm Cadmium & 21 ppm Antimony (safe by all standards)

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On green glass of the bottle  60-second test Note: The label on this year of the bottle is a sticker Lead (Pb): non-detect Cadmium (Cd): 17 +/- 5 ppm Mercury (Hg): non-detect Bromine (Br): non-detect Chromium (Cr): 669 +/- 301 ppm Iron (Fe): 1,958 +/- 168 ppm Zinc (Zn): 34 +/- 14 ppm Niobium (Nb):…

Evenflo glass bottle with white painted markings: 11 ppm Cadmium in the glass (safe by all standards)

Evenflo glass bottle with white painted markings: 11 ppm Cadmium in the glass (safe by all standards)

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Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is a federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children, her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005. Since 2009 Tamara has been using XRF testing (a scientific method used by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)…

Medela glass baby bottle/breast milk storage: 25 ppm Cadmium + 68 ppm Lead + 86 ppm Antimony. Safe by all standards.

Medela glass baby bottle/breast milk storage: 25 ppm Cadmium + 68 ppm Lead + 86 ppm Antimony. Safe by all standards.

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Published: April 7, 2022 While the Lead level in the yellow paint on this bottle is “technically” and “legally” safe by all U.S. federal standards (the bottle is fully compliant with both FDA and USCPSC standards), given the fact that there are readily available truly Lead-free baby bottle (and breast milk storage) options, we do…

Brown Glass Supplement Bottle for MediHerb Standard Process herbal supplement (Australia): 112 ppm Lead + 11 ppm Cadmium in the glass (typical of supplement bottles).

Brown Glass Supplement Bottle for MediHerb Standard Process herbal supplement (Australia): 112 ppm Lead + 11 ppm Cadmium in the glass (typical of supplement bottles).

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Reading #1) on the brown glass 60-second reading Lead (Pb): 112 +/- 7 ppm Cadmium (Cd): 11 +/- 2  ppm Arsenic (As): non-detect Mercury (Hg): non-detect Bromine (Br): non-detect Chromium (Cr): non-detect Iron (Fe): 3,008 +/- 92 ppm Zinc (Zn): 47 +/- 7 ppm Zirconium (Zr): 268 +/- 6 ppm Niobium (Nb): 296 +/- 9…

XRF test results for Parent’s Choice glass bottle with gray markings: 17 ppm Lead & 9 ppm Cadmium (safe by all standards)

XRF test results for Parent’s Choice glass bottle with gray markings: 17 ppm Lead & 9 ppm Cadmium (safe by all standards)

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XRF test results for the Parent’s Choice glass bottle with gray exterior painted markings – pictured. Published: March 7, 2022 Reading #1) clear glass of bottle 60-second test (all tests repeated multiple times to confirm test results) Lead (Pb): 12 +/- 3 ppm Cadmium (Cd): 5 +/- 2 ppm Mercury (Hg): non-detect Arsenic (As): non-detect…

Painted markings on the outside of popular Japanese glass baby bottle brand test positive for Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium & Mercury (newly purchased in 2022)

Painted markings on the outside of popular Japanese glass baby bottle brand test positive for Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium & Mercury (newly purchased in 2022)

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Photos below are of the baby bottle tested and reported about in this post. The photos include all of the packaging and shipping materials as well (to address any doubt about the authenticity of the product). Another Lead-Painted Baby Bottle: Purchased on Amazon in February 2022 Published: March 3, 2022 — Thursday Thank you, thank…

My response to Lansinoh (about their request that I remove references to their Lead-painted baby bottles from this website)

My response to Lansinoh (about their request that I remove references to their Lead-painted baby bottles from this website)

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Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is a federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children, her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005. Since 2009 Tamara has been using XRF testing (a scientific method used by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)…

This German report (from 2021) alerted us to the possibility of Lansinoh glass baby bottles sold in the United States being painted with Lead paint

This German report (from 2021) alerted us to the possibility of Lansinoh glass baby bottles sold in the United States being painted with Lead paint

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Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is a federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children, her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005. Since 2009 Tamara has been using XRF testing (a scientific method used by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)…

Lansinoh emailed asking me to take down posts about our findings of Lead paint on their glass baby bottles. Here’s what they said.

Lansinoh emailed asking me to take down posts about our findings of Lead paint on their glass baby bottles. Here’s what they said.

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Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is a federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children, her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005. Since 2009 Tamara has been using XRF testing (a scientific method used by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)…

Vintage pressed glass small platter with three feet and swirl pattern: 333 ppm Lead + 1,236 ppm Antimony (causes cancer)

Vintage pressed glass small platter with three feet and swirl pattern: 333 ppm Lead + 1,236 ppm Antimony (causes cancer)

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Published: February 11, 2022 – Friday Some additional reading for those new to this website: To learn more about the testing methodology employed for the test results reported on this website, click here. For a quick menu to explore more categories of tested items on this website, click here. For a quick video tutorial showing…

Jeanette Glass Company vintage soda fountain malt glass: 93 ppm Lead (relatively within safe range)

Jeanette Glass Company vintage soda fountain malt glass: 93 ppm Lead (relatively within safe range)

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Some information I found about the Logo marking: Published: February 11, 2022 – Friday Some additional reading for those new to this website: To learn more about the testing methodology employed for the test results reported on this website, click here. For a quick menu to explore more categories of tested items on this website, click here….

Vintage Anchor Hocking amber thumbprint style glass: Lead-free, Cadmium-free, Arsenic-free, Mercury-free, Antimony-free.

Vintage Anchor Hocking amber thumbprint style glass: Lead-free, Cadmium-free, Arsenic-free, Mercury-free, Antimony-free.

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Published: February 11, 2022 – Friday Some additional reading for those new to this website: To learn more about the testing methodology employed for the test results reported on this website, click here. For a quick menu to explore more categories of tested items on this website, click here. For a quick video tutorial showing…

Small vintage / antique cut glass / pressed glass dish: Lead-Free, Mercury-Free, Arsenic Free.

Small vintage / antique cut glass / pressed glass dish: Lead-Free, Mercury-Free, Arsenic Free.

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Published: February 11, 2022 – Friday Some additional reading for those new to this website: To learn more about the testing methodology employed for the test results reported on this website, click here. For a quick menu to explore more categories of tested items on this website, click here. For a quick video tutorial showing…

Milk Glass with Cow from Global Amici, Made in Italy: 9 ppm Lead + 6 ppm Cadmium. Safe by ALL Standards.

Milk Glass with Cow from Global Amici, Made in Italy: 9 ppm Lead + 6 ppm Cadmium. Safe by ALL Standards.

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XRF test results for the item pictured. More information to be posted shortly. Here’s a Lead Safe Mama Amazon affiliate link for these exact glasses. To learn more about the testing methodology employed for the test results reported on this website, click here. For a quick menu to explore more categories of tested items on…

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….

Painted logo and markings on Lansinoh mOmma glass bottles contain high Lead paint (at levels considered unsafe for children)

Painted logo and markings on Lansinoh mOmma glass bottles contain high Lead paint (at levels considered unsafe for children)

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  Introduction (for those new to this website): Tamara Rubin is a federal-award-winning independent advocate for consumer goods safety and a documentary filmmaker. She is also a mother of Lead-poisoned children, her sons were acutely Lead-poisoned in 2005. Since 2009 Tamara has been using XRF testing (a scientific method used by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety…