Crystal Glassware and Wine – An Unexpected Source of Lead - ZRT

Crystal Glassware and Wine – An Unexpected Source of Lead - ZRT

Lead is everywhere. It was commonly used in paint, gasoline, plumbing pipes, jewelry, bullets, fishing weights, glazes, and cosmetics. Some regulations are now in place to eliminate lead’s incorporation into these products, but in many cases, it is still being used. I watched a special on wine in Washington State, and the host explained why leaded crystal glasses are ideal for tasting because of

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