Nev. Admin. Code § 446.204

Current through August 29, 2024
Section 446.204 - Lead
1. Ceramic, china and crystal utensils, and decorative utensils, including, without limitation, hand-painted ceramic or china that are used in contact with food, must be lead-free or contain levels of lead not exceeding the limits of the following utensil categories:

Utensil CategoryCeramic Article DescriptionMaximum Lead (mg/L)
Beverage Mugs, Cups and Pitchers Coffee Mugs0.5
Large Hollowware (excluding pitchers) Bowls [GREATER THEN OR EQUAL TO] 1.16 Quart (1 Liter)1.0
Small Hollowware (excluding cups and mugs) Bowls < 1.16 Quart (1 Liter)2.0
Flat Tableware Plates and Saucers3.0

2. Pewter alloys containing lead in excess of 0.05 percent may not be used as a food-contact surface.
3. Solder and flux containing lead in excess of 0.2 percent may not be used as a food-contact surface.

Nev. Admin. Code § 446.204

Added to NAC by Bd. of Health by R069-10, eff. 12-18-2013

NRS 439.200, 446.940