What about the danger of lead crystal? Is it safe to drink from?
1038202
I'm not sure you are serious, or if you are just having fun with this, but in any case, I am not a scientist, or a chemist, perhaps you should be asking your medical doctor or pharmacist about this. I can tell you I've been using these glasses for many years and still alive, so hey haven't poisoned me yet....this is about the best response I can give you. Perhaps you should be thinking of another type of drinking vessel.
1038203
we've used Crystal D'Arc for over 40 years. So far, no problems from lead poisoning.
1038204
Lead is toxic, so this is a valid question. Just because someone has been using them for years doesn't mean that they haven't been slowly poisoned. The flippant response by one of the responders to your question may indicate cognitive impairment, but it's impossible, of course, to determine whether that was due to drinking from leaded crystal. To answer your question, there is probably very little risk to a healthy adult from drinking out of leaded crystal. To be safe, children and pregnant women should not use such glasses. DO NOT use a leaded crystal decanter to store wine, whiskey, or any other liquid. Studies show that lead can leach out of the glass over time, especially with alcoholic or acidic beverages. Bottom line: drink from them, wash them, and put them away, but never store anything in them. I even saw a dog's water bowl made from leaded crystal. Since the water would sit in it constantly, there's no way I would use such a thing. But, I love my leaded glasses. In fact, I seek them out. Diamax (by cristal d'arques) and Crystalline (by Waterford) are just fancy names for non-leaded crystal. The more accurate name would be simply "glass". Those people afraid of their "smart" electric meter probably should be equally afraid of leaded glass. But, the rest of us can relax and enjoy the beauty of such glass.
146059
You should never drink out of straight copper. It needs a liner. It is a heavy metal and any contact with a soda like drink will make it transfer into the drink. It is a hazard.
1893104
I think the only glassware that contains lead would be some crystal. THese are very nice glasses, none have broken or chipped.
1552759
Normally, any metal China exports contains lead and other trace elements. Shouldn't be a problem as long as it doesn't go in your mouth, like anything related to plumbing.
1499846
It's a lead free crystal decanter. So, why would the top be lead? And, how would one tell the difference?
1163889
I understand your question and concern, and would not use an old decanter for the same reason. It should be leaded, but it is not. There are at least 4 manufacturers today in Europe certifying they are lead free, and inspection verified ( Technischer berwachungsverein, or TV is one ) and documented as such. This manufacturer is one of that group, and I accept that certification. The decanter looks very good in our living room hutch, and I get a few nice compliments on the shape and the lines. I keep a good Cognac or aged premium Cachaa in ours. I hope this is helpful.
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.
252374
I suggest you use Google to familiarize yourself with "Crystal" and go from there. I do not consider this item to be "Lead Crystal". We have a number of beautiful old family Crystal items and this is no match. Other than that, you are on your own. "Caveat emptor!" ~B~
1523809
Jennifer. Don't know if it's lead crystal but it's a fine product. Very heavy. I've been using mine everyday for about 6 months. Love it. You won't be disappointed.I think it's made in China where everything else is made.
909932
I think they are what they term as "crystal glass". Real crystal has 24% or more lead in it. Crystal glass has less than 24% lead. There are also makers of "lead free" crystal but I would think the glass would be costly.I would lean more toward "glass" for this one if it has no lead. You can check for sure by e-mailing the Glencairn Whiskey Glass Co. Either way it doesn't matter, I have both the Canadian Whiskey Glass and the Glencairn Glass for my Bourbons. They both work well to bring out the aroma and taste. You can't go wrong.
739959
It is made of lead crystal (lead-free crystal is dull and cheap looking). The only problem lead crystal items may have is that you should not storage liquid in it for a long period of time, so just remove the liquid after serving. Do you need your crystal sitting outside or in your fridge all the time?? Also, you can soak the crystal in vinegar overnight to remove the lead.
2262475
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)
1896307
http://www.green-tea-guide.com/green-tea-lead.html ...an article regarding the harmful content of lead in Chinese matcha
739960
It is NOT lead free. I ordered this for my boyfriend and with further research we learned that you should NOT store alcohol in products with lead in them because over time the alcohol will absorb the lead. We returned this product for that reason. I am going to reorder a set made of glass.
1826847
The box does not indicate that there is lead content so that likely means none. We are happy with the drink dispenser.
809985
Yes, it is. It's safe to drink out of but not to store alcohol in because the lead leaches into the beverage over time.
710309
Read just this week that the CDC states that no water suspected of chemical contamination should be considered safe for drinking regardless of purification means. I realize this may not help in certain locations, but I thougt I would throw it out there.