Has anyone tested the crock for lead? I know it says it is lead free but I would feel better knowing for sure. :) thx
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I checked and the manufacture stated it meets proposition 65, also state law in California where the Crock comes from states that they have to disclose if there is lead in the product, Since the product comes from Cal and they have to deal with several laws (federal & state) pertaining to lead your can feel safer knowing it's lead free. Also our 1st crock we have had over a year and works with no leaks, we purchased the 2nd one 6 mouths later, when the time comes and we need another we will purchase from "For Your Water" again. Hope this belays your fears some
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No. I called Cuisinart's customer service. The representative took the time to look it up: "No sir, there is no lead in the enamel."
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We continue to proactively test our products for lead and other toxic metals, with the results continuing to come back favorably. Lead is not an additive in the Crock-Pot slow cooker ceramic glaze. We are diligent in our efforts to ensure that our products are compliant with applicable regulations regarding the presence of lead. Should you have any other questions or concerns, please contact customer service directly.
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The entire set is lead-free. Unfortunately I have no answer to the second part of your question. In overall - it is excellent dinnerware for every day or for special occasions.
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See http://vitaclaychef.com/faq There is a question asking if the pots contain lead. The answer from this faq is that the cooker was tested to 99.99% lead-free. The lab could not measures to 100% lead-free. They didn't mention anything about cadmium-free.
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Matt, Thanks for your informative comments. I'd like to ask an experienced Calphalon commercial anodized user if you are aware of any issues with the pans currently being make in China. Lead pollution is so widespread in that unregulated manufacturing environment...I've become wary, if not paranoid. Any thoughts on this?
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To the best ofmy knowledge it is lead free. None of the instructions that come with it say anything about lead and there do not seem to be any lead parts, Hope this helps.
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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.
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I don't think any stainless steel contains lead. Also I think it would be illegal to sell food grade items with lead in them (you'll notice expensive stainless steel flatware doesn't mention being lead free as a selling point.). I'll also note that this isn't some random brand, I have seen it used in actual restaurants (noticed after I purchased).
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I don't think it's assumed (any longer) that every piece of crockery made in China contains lead. I defy you to find a piece of chinaware that isn't made in China (of any kind), so if they were using lead, I'd think it would be a big deal.
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I can give you no certain answer. It is very unlikely that a brewing crock would have an interior glaze containing any heavy metals. It's not a paint, it's a ceramic glaze. If you are really concerned you should check the web site at http://www.ohiostoneware.com/products.html#pet_feeders. It states that the glaze is lead free. To be really sure you should vaporize a part of the lip surface and have a the spectrum of the emitted light checked.
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The amount of lead is not harmful. The only way this could even be a threat (very small chance) is if the crock glazing is pitted anywhere. It would still be less dangerous than the pots that I purchased in 1980 when I first married. Use crock pot, it is safe if you take care by examining the glaze after each washing. I love my crock pot which I purchased through Amazon. (Hamilton Beach 33249)
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This is really a question for the bowl's sales people or manufacturer (you should be able to "contact seller" from some system menu"). I did not check about lead, I imagine the manufacturer is under similar restraints regarding Pb that paint manufacturers have been. I know I had the bowl in and out of the oven with no problems (using oven mitts of course). Haven't tried a broiler as it is a more direct heating element and proximity might be an issue. If its the browning of the cheese for French Onion soup, I imagine that it browned fine just in the oven, but I do not exactly recall. This is really a question for the bowl's sales people or manufacturer (you should be able to "contact seller" from some system menu"). I did not check about lead, I imagine the manufacturer is under similar restraints regarding Pb that paint manufacturers have been. I know I had the bowl in and out of the oven with no problems (using oven mitts of course). Haven't tried a broiler as it is a more direct heating element and proximity might be an issue. If its the browning of the cheese for French Onion soup, I imagine that it browned fine just in the oven, but I do not... » Read More This is really a question for the bowl's sales people or manufacturer (you should be able to "contact seller" from some system menu"). I did not check about lead, I imagine the manufacturer is under similar restraints regarding Pb that paint manufacturers have been. I know I had the bowl in and out of the oven with no problems (using oven mitts of course). Haven't tried a broiler as it is a more direct heating element and proximity might be an issue. If its the browning of the cheese for French Onion soup, I imagine that it browned fine just in the oven, but I do not exactly recall. « Show Less
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Never thought about it. Personally, I doubt there is any lead in the product as I believe there is a law against having lead in any food containers/servers. You might want to ask the company about it.
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I wondered the same thing but lead isn't mentioned anywhere on the packaging or the item. I think you would have to contact the manufacturer to get an answer to this question.
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I sent your question in to Le Creuset. See answer below.Hello Kassandra, You are welcome. Be advised that the glaze on the stoneware is lead and cadmium free. Regards, Mernice Savage Consumer Relations Dept. -----Original Message----- To: Consumer Web Services Subject: Crockery Hello, I wondered if your pottery is lead and cadmium free? I am a loyal buyer and love all my pieces of Le Creuset. A friend asked. Thanks, Kassandra
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In my research to find a nice set for my daughter, the company boost no lead in their porcelain. Hope that helps any at all. She loves it by the way, it has become her favorite game to play!