Washington SB5628 restricts the sale of cookware containing lead in the state.

Washington SB5628 bans the sale of cookware and cookware components containing more than five parts per million of lead starting January 1, 2026. This includes metal pots, pans, bakeware, rice cookers, and pressure cookers, but not large appliances. The sale of previously owned cookware containing lead is exempt. Manufacturers, retailers, and wholesalers are not liable if they unknowingly sell restricted products. The Washington state department of ecology, in consultation with the department of health, may lower the lead limit after December 2034 if deemed necessary for public health.

Washington SB5628 restricts the sale of cookware containing lead in the state.

Washington SB5628 bans the sale of cookware and cookware components containing more than five parts per million of lead starting January 1, 2026. This includes metal pots, pans, bakeware, rice cookers, and pressure cookers, but not large appliances. The sale of previously owned cookware containing lead is exempt. Manufacturers, retailers, and wholesalers are not liable if they unknowingly sell restricted products. The Washington state department of ecology, in consultation with the department of health, may lower the lead limit after December 2034 if deemed necessary for public health.