Revision to Lead in Cookware Regulation in the US State of Washington
BAAR, SWITZERLAND / AGILITYPR.NEWS / March 11, 2026 / SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 036.26, focusing on Washington State’s plans to revise its law on cookware containing lead.
Exposure to lead causes neurological damage in children and impaired brain development, kidney damage, high blood pressure and reproductive issues. With no safe level of exposure, lead has been subject to rigorous regulation.
Senate Bill (SB) 5975 was released in January 2026. It follows the state’s 2025 scope expansion for cookware articles containing lead, which tightened permissible limits. The bill has passed the Senate and is currently in the House of Representatives. Its language may change during legislative passage, and it will be implemented in phases from January 2026.
SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 036.26 includes a useful table highlighting key changes in Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5975.
Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to the original SafeGuardS 036.26 for more details.
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