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Virginia regulations · Through 2026 Regular Session (effective July 1, 2026)

2VAC5-585-980: Lead use limitation

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Where this section sits in the code
  1. Title 2. Agriculture
  2. Agency 5. Department of Agriculture And Consumer Services
  3. Chapter 585. Retail Food Establishment Regulations
  4. Part IV. Equipment, Utensils, and Linens
  5. Article 1. Materials for Construction and Repair

A. Ceramic, china, and crystal utensils, and decorative utensils such as hand-painted ceramic or china that are used in contact with food shall be lead-free or contain levels of lead not exceeding the limits of the following utensil categories:P

Utensil Category

Ceramic Article Description

Maximum Lead (mg/L)

(ppm)

Beverage Mugs, Cups, Pitchers

Coffee Mugs

0.5

Large Hollowware (excluding pitchers)

Bowls ≥1.1 Liter (1.16 Quart)

1.0

Small Hollowware (excluding cups and mugs)

Bowls <1.1 Liter (1.16 Quart)

2.0

Flat Tableware

Plates, Saucers

3.0

B. Pewter alloys containing lead in excess of 0.05% may not be used as a food-contact surface.P

C. Solder and flux containing lead in excess of 0.2% may not be used as a food-contact surface.

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