Member DashboardWashington State continues evaluating different approach to regulating lead in cookware
Washington State’s amended Lead in Cookware Act (SB 5975) passed the Senate and is currently with the House for consideration. If enacted, the bill would eliminate the 10-ppm lead content limit scheduled to take effect in 2028, exempt electrical components, and assign the Department of Ecology regulatory authority under the state’s Safer Products program. Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, the measure also would prohibit the manufacture, sale, or distribution of aluminum or brass cookware, utensils, or cookware components containing intentionally added lead.
PFAS Updates
- NAFEM joined 40 trade associations and the state Chamber of Commerce in opposing Maryland SB 686 that would impose comprehensive PFAS bans.
- UL Solution’s in-depth on-demand webinar of the U.S. domestic and international PFAS regulatory landscape is available on the NAFEM Resources page.
- The regularly updated Complex Product Manufacturers Coalition spreadsheet includes current and proposed state and federal regulations addressing PFAS.