Do Ceramic Plates Have Lead? How Do We Test It?

Ceramic plates are popular for their elegance, strength, and ease of cleaning. But with increasing health awareness, “Do ceramic plates contain lead?” is a hot topic concerning consumers. Today, we will guide you to a deeper insight into the source of lead in ceramics, relevant safety regulations, and how to choose safe and harmless ceramic tableware at ease.

Why Would Ceramic Plates Contain Lead?

The uniform glaze covering on the surface of ceramic products is achieved by high-temperature firing. Lead oxide was typically added to standard glazes as a flux to enhance the color and luster of the product surface. However, unless production is rigidly controlled or non-traditional lead-glazes are used, there is potential for residual lead in tableware being dissolved in service and presenting a hazard to human health.

This risk is especially high in some low-quality or unsafe products. Long-term exposure to trace amounts of lead may affect the nervous system, liver and kidney function, and even cause irreversible effects on children’s health.

Lead Control in Modern Ceramic Products

With the advancement of food safety level and changing consumers’ demand, modern ceramic plates mainly use lead-free or low-lead glaze. In China and even worldwide, more and more ceramic plate manufacturers use environmentally friendly raw materials and strictly control heavy metal usage in products.

Countries have also formulated clear regulations and testing standards, such as:

• US FDA standards: stipulate the maximum lead migration limit when ceramic plates can contact food;
• EU LFGB testing standards: require that products cannot release harmful substances even when in contact with food for a long time;
• California Proposition 65: mandatory labeling of all chemicals that may be harmful to health.

Through third-party laboratory testing (such as SGS, Intertek), whether ceramic products meet these standards can be clearly defined.

How to Determine Whether Ceramic Plates Contain Lead?

As a consumer, when purchasing ceramic tableware, you can judge its safety from the following aspects:

• Check whether it is marked “Lead-Free” or “Food Safe”;
• Confirm whether it has passed international certification or test reports (such as FDA, LFGB, SGS);
• Choose a reputable and regular manufacturer with export experience;
• Avoid buying products with unusually bright colors, uneven patterns, and no brand logos, which may have the risk of using non-standard glazes.

Yongjian Ceramic’s Commitment to Product Safety

As a professional factory with many years of experience in ceramic tableware manufacturing, Cerâmica de Yongjian always puts product safety first. All our tableware products:

• 100% use lead-free or standard low-lead glazes;
• Regularly conduct heavy metal migration tests through third-party authoritative organizations;
• Comply with food safety standards of many countries such as FDA, LFGB, Prop 65;
• Provide complete export compliance information and test reports, so that customers can purchase and use with confidence.

We are deeply aware that a set of safe tableware is not merely an existence in life, but also infused with health and trust. Yongjian Ceramic commits to providing customers with high-quality, eco-friendly and safe ceramic tableware solutions.

Choose A Reliable Ceramic Plate Supplier

The answer to the question “Do ceramic plates contain lead?” lies in the supplier you choose. Instead of worrying about hidden dangers, it is better to choose a trustworthy manufacturer. Cerâmica de Yongjian provides every customer with a safe choice with strict quality control, advanced technology and implementation of international standards.

Welcome to contact us for more product information and customized services, so that every meal will be more secure, healthy and beautiful.