The FDA is warning retailers and consumers not to sell or use certain imported cookware that may leach significant levels of lead (Pb) into food. Some types of imported cookware products made from aluminum, brass, and aluminum alloys known as Hindalium/Hindolium or Indalium/Indolium have been tested by the FDA, and have demonstrated the potential to leach lead under conditions designed to mimic their use in contact with food. Young children, women of childbearing age, and those who are breastfeeding may be at higher risk for potential adverse events after eating food cooked using these products. The FDA is actively working to remove cookware from the market that may leach lead into food when used for cooking. FDA’s surveillance is ongoing. Additional products will be added to this alert as needed. @ https://www.fda.gov/food/alerts-advisories-safety-information/fda-issues-warning-about-imported-cookware-may-leach-lead-august-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
