Does the brass in this have lead? A lot of brass has lead in it to make it more malleable.
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.
1971902
Most of these I have seen plated over copper or brass. Some are plated over sterling silver. These I believe are the prior.
1591343
I'm betting that warning is given to cover the wacko laws of the State of California. I've taken my unit apart and have seen no lead solder or any other source of lead. It could be that some odd part might have a lead ratio of one lead atom to a trillion of some other metal. Masterbuilt is a reputable company. I seriously doubt if they are going to put any product on the market with a measurable lead content. They are big on customer service and satisfaction. Buy the unit and enjoy it!
1013590
I bought the one with a clasp. I have not had it tested for lead. Never thought of it, but good question.
790487
I really don't know if there is lead???I am sooo happy with this product,it's been almost a year that I purchased it, still shiny,looks great on the counter,received plenty of compliments,just love it......
1653207
There no information about lead content on the package. Most faucet parts are made of brass and I believe would be very safe.
1914610
It does not come with any lead. I started off using lead from a pencil I split but then I when to a hobby craft store and purchased some 1.5 mm lead that works great.
1470149
The are made in the US. They seem to be high quality solid brass, so I think no lead. I don't know how you can tell for sure without some testing. I don't know why they sell them in pairs, but I'm really happy with mine.
2033386
To be honest it's probably just because there is a bit of lead used in some of the metal. Totally outrageous and pointless to tell us about, no ones going to be eating this thing.
2268836
Why would anyone? Its plastic not painted metal and its new. It should not have lead.
2137509
It is to melt lead. Sometimes the lead can have other metals in it that can be melted together. Just make sure the metal is clean and moisture free. Should melt other kinds of metals too if they are soft enuough
20244
I don't know if there is lead in it, but I doubt it because porcelain enamel is no longer made with lead. These are so pretty that I prefer them as decorative rather than actually using them to drink out of.
784348
Wanda I had one and looked for awhile and couldn't find any. I ended up buying another one. The old one I use for parts for the new one. They should have made them of brass.
1019296
Doesn't Healthy Stuff testing show the lead content? Don't you think they should? I do not know what the lead content is, but I bought this hose (2 of them actually) as the description states "Commercial grade machined brass fittings are specially plated to prevent lead from leaching into the water. A truly drinking water safe product." It is a tough choice: plastic fittings, which have no lead, but may break easily, or brass fittings, with lead, which are more durable. I honestly don't know what the best answer is, and no, I do not have a better answer to your question. I wish I did. Doesn't Healthy Stuff testing show the lead content? Don't you think they should? I do not know what the lead content is, but I bought this hose (2 of them actually) as the description states "Commercial grade machined brass fittings are specially plated to prevent lead from leaching into the water. A truly drinking water safe product." It is a tough choice: plastic fittings, which have no lead, but may break easily, or brass fittings, with lead, which are more durable. I honestly don't know what the best answer is, and no, I do not have a better answer to your question. I wish I... » Read More Doesn't Healthy Stuff testing show the lead content? Don't you think they should? I do not know what the lead content is, but I bought this hose (2 of them actually) as the description states "Commercial grade machined brass fittings are specially plated to prevent lead from leaching into the water. A truly drinking water safe product." It is a tough choice: plastic fittings, which have no lead, but may break easily, or brass fittings, with lead, which are more durable. I honestly don't know what the best answer is, and no, I do not have a better answer to your question. I wish I did. « Show Less
1978849
No, I looked around. Some websites said some metal/plastic combo but no lead.
797825
It doesn't appear so. It just looks to be a polished surface. There may very well be lead inside, but I am not sure about it.
1379462
No, not true. Now there might be inserts for threading that isn't lead, but I'm not sure about that. And my terminals are solid as a rock.