Unusual Sources of Lead Contributing to the Occurrence of Lead Poisoning

Click on a category to get more information about particular sources of lead. Any of these sources presents a danger to children, pets and adults. Remember, "Play It Safe with Lead!"

All of the following link to the NYS Department of Health

• Paint (older homes, old toys, furniture, crafts)
• Dust
• Soil
• Drinking water
• Air
• Folk medicines, ayurvedics, and cosmetics
• Children's jewelry and toys
• Workplace and hobbies
• Lead-glazed ceramics, china, leaded crystal, pewter
• Imported candies or foods
• Imported food in cans
• Firearms with lead bullets
• Mini-blinds
• Other common sources of lead (car batteries, radiators, some inks, etc.)
• Consumer Products

 
Additional information may be found at: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County