Is this unit "lead free" to be used on my motor home water system?
1502201
Good question. This is supposed to be brass. Brass is supposed to be a mixture copper and zinc. With this product, I would not be convinced that it is a polluted compound of metals. It is not like any brass to which I have ever been exposed. Because it is for use with a garden hose, and you are not supposed to drink from garden hoses, probably because of the lead in the metal couplings, I would not trust this in your drinking water supply line. Truthfully, I have found the plastic ones more durable and user friendly than these. My suggestion, go plastic unless you can find an older version of this connector that was made in North America. Good question. This is supposed to be brass. Brass is supposed to be a mixture copper and zinc. With this product, I would not be convinced that it is a polluted compound of metals. It is not like any brass to which I have ever been exposed. Because it is for use with a garden hose, and you are not supposed to drink from garden hoses, probably because of the lead in the metal couplings, I would not trust this in your drinking water supply line. Truthfully, I have found the plastic ones more durable and user friendly than these. My suggestion, go plastic unless you can find an older version... » Read More Good question. This is supposed to be brass. Brass is supposed to be a mixture copper and zinc. With this product, I would not be convinced that it is a polluted compound of metals. It is not like any brass to which I have ever been exposed. Because it is for use with a garden hose, and you are not supposed to drink from garden hoses, probably because of the lead in the metal couplings, I would not trust this in your drinking water supply line. Truthfully, I have found the plastic ones more durable and user friendly than these. My suggestion, go plastic unless you can find an older version of this connector that was made in North America. « Show Less
1502202
Yes, made of brass. Lead pipes are no longer legal for water systems from my understanding.
1502203
Hi. I am a customer and purchased this item a few months back. It stated on the description that it was brass, however I don't remember if it said 100% brass. But unlike you, I am not using it for drinking water. I use it on my hose and have attached many different types of things to it. I have found it to be of very good quality and it does not leak, no matter the pressure. Hope this helps
1502204
Good question. This is supposed to be brass. Brass is supposed to be a mixture copper and zinc. With this product, I would not be convinced that it is a polluted compound of metals. It is not like any brass to which I have ever been exposed. Because it is for use with a garden hose, and you are not supposed to drink from garden hoses, probably because of the lead in the metal couplings, I would not trust this in your drinking water supply line. Truthfully, I have found the plastic ones more durable and user friendly than these. My suggestion, go plastic unless you can find an older version of this connector that was made in North America.
1502205
Federal Mandate that all brass be LEAD FREE for potable water service just went into effect Jan 1 2014. Any new construction or items sold must be LEAD FREE if intended for Potable Water. You will need to verify with each individual manufacturer regarding LEAD FREE status b/c since this is intended for "garden" use the are not likely to make a LEAD FREE version since doing so raises costs approx 30-40%. LEAD has always been used in Brass/Bronze construction. It is a very small amount, but it is present.
1502206
I'm afraid i don't know. I use it on my garden hose. Suggest you contact the manufacturer.
1324578
I contacted the seller directly, who got confirmation from the manufacturer that it is lead free.
985754
the paperwork state is 'solid copper', i have no reason to believe there is lead in it. The sink is lightweight and strong. hope this helps.
1661496
I do not know if it is lead free nor do I know if it has been tested. Can't find the manual but if I do I will post the information.
152059
Does attaching a hose to this reel defeat the purpose of buying a lead-free (drinking-safe) hose?
1981412
Not sure what the packaging says, but the hose is plastic, so I would assume that it is lead free based on that. Don't have anything concrete to though.
1073985
I don't believe it contains any lead, as that is now banned.I use it in my old British Bikes and did use it in my old MGB, which had a racing head without hardened valve seats.I found no issues with it.
857219
I think it best to contact the manufacturer and ask the question about lead. I am assuming that because the hose itself has no lead and the claim is that it is lead free, that the brass has no lead.
2197108
To which low lead compliance laws or regulations are you referring, State, Federal or local? Although I am a lawyer, I cannot answer that legal question, as I am not aware to which jurisdiction you are referring, nor am I aware of the specifications of this item. I was not looking for the answer to that question when we purchased nor installed it. I can say, however, this is an extremely high quality fixture, primarily stainless steel and brass, and on the nurse side (my other profession) where I do also focus on natural and holistic ideals, I do not recall seeing any lead parts nor any parts which would have made me suspicious of any lead content. Further, my husband who installed it, who owns rentals and is in real estate, and deals directly with plumbing all the time, would also have noticed if something appeared to have lead content. I remain convinced this is a great item, and am very pleased we have it.
1019297
Here is the manufacturer's statement in its entirety, from waterrightinc.com on its FAQ page, on June 26, 2014: "What does the recent www.healthychoice.com report on garden hose by Ecocenter.org mean? We spoke with Jeff Gearhart, the Research Director who was in charge of this study on 5-14-2013 and he supported our safety claim regarding our hose. He encouraged us to send anyone with concerns to their lab directly. http://www.healthystuff.org/contact.us.php Jeff Gearhart also recommends our polyurethane product and natural rubber hoses over other garden hoses in the industry. He specifically noted that the lead testing that is performed by their lab utilizes an x-ray devise which penetrates the chrome surface coating to determine the level of lead content in our brass. And yes, although there is lead inside the brass we use (which almost all brass fittings do and that we have always claimed), we specially plate our fittings with nickel and chrome to prevent our customers from coming in contact with any lead. An Independent lab called Bureau Veritas in Buffalo, NY, has also performed a surface coating test that shows our fittings meet drinking water safe applications. You will also be happy to know (based on our company's priorities to make only completely safe products), that we have been working on a producing a completely lead free fitting over the last 12 months (now that that brass alloy has recently become available by Chase Brass). The only unfortunate part of making this change is that the cost for lead-free brass is double the cost of regular 360 brass, which will possibly add between $4-5 retail to all of our hoses. Again, although we currently meet drinking water safe standards, it has been our top priority in 2013 to produce the safest garden hose in the industry. Water Right 100% lead-free fittings will be available by year end and will also be tested by a certified laboratory to ensure a completely lead and toxin free product. Jeff Thomas - President "
2095649
My understanding is that lead is contained only in crystal (that's why one shouldn't put alcoholic beverages in crystal decanters for long periods, as the lead can leach out into the drink); this carafe is supposed to be glass, so no lead. I use mine as a bedside water container anyway, so even if it had lead in it, I don't believe there would be any risk.
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I'm assuming there's no lead. We've had these for over a year now with >50 hot dishwasher cycles with no visual corrosion or pitting associated with lower grade stainless steels that may have lead. Only downside is sometimes residual detergent/soap gets caught in the straw, so I usually do a safety rinse under a faucet coming out of the dishwasher.
1644109
No. I would find out what my water supply level of fluoride is first. I was surprised to learn my municipal supply has very low levels of fluoride, but high lead levels so went with this single filter model.
113165
I see no indication of lead being used in the bottle. I use mine for my sodastream using an adapter. The tanks is aluminum, and has brass fittings. I have had no problems with this tank. I believe the kids have even used it for their paintball guns. :D
1568934
I do not know of any such certification. That said pose your question to New Wave Enviro regarding this. I do not think New Wave Enviro would sell any product that had lead. I have two and use them to make Kombucha Tea.
248106
LEAD LAW WARNING: This product is NOT lead free and can only be installed in non-potable applications. It is illegal to install products that are not "lead free" in accordance with US Federal or other applicable law in potable water systems anticipated for human consumption.
1044924
I don't know about it being lead free. This faucet is slightly different from the one I have. Sorry I couldn't be of help.