How to Identify Lead-Free Certification Marks for Drinking Water System & Plumbing Materials
What is the new lead-free requirement?
In 2011, the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act was signed into law. The Act has reduced the lead content allowed in drinking water system and plumbing materials by changing the definition of "lead-free" in Section 1417 of the Safe Drinking Water Act. Although the law doesnt go into effect until January 4, 2014, some entities have been preparing for the change.
How do I know which products must meet the new lead-free requirement?
Starting January 4, 2014, the prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce will apply to all pipe, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures (henceforth referred to as "products"), including stocked inventories that have not been installed. This includes coated or uncoated brass or bronze materials. By using the flowchart below as a guide, you can determine if a product must meet the new lead-free requirement:
Could the product come in contact with drinking water?
YES NO
The term "lead-free" has been updated from not more than 8% lead content to mean "not more than a weighted average of 0.25% lead when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures."
Is lead-free certification required for products?
There is no mandatory federal requirement for product testing or third-party certification under the Safe Drinking Water Act; however, some entities may require certification.* Consumers can increase their level of confidence by purchasing products with a mark indicating that they have been certified by an accredited third-party certification body as meeting the new lead-free requirement. Products that have not been certified may still meet the new lead-free requirement. If you are unable to determine if a product is lead-free, contacting the manufacturer is the best way to confirm the lead content.
*Although other states have laws pertaining to the lead content in products, California is currently the only state that has a Bill (SB 1334) requiring certification. However, there may be local laws or entities in other states that require it.
Is the product a toilet, bidet, urinal, fill valve, shower valve, service saddle, or water distribution main gate valve larger than 2 inches?
NO YES
Product does not need to meet the lead-free requirement
Product does not need to meet the lead-free requirement
(Exemptions B)
Is the product used exclusively for nonpotable services or where the water is not anticipated to be used for human consumption?
NO YES
Product does not need to meet the lead-free requirement
(Exemptions A)
Product must meet the new lead-free requirement
Lead-Free Requirement Exemptions
(A) The new requirement does not apply to pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, or fixtures, including backflow preventers, that are used exclusively for nonpotable services, such as manufacturing, industrial processing, irrigation, outdoor watering, or any other uses where the water is not anticipated to be used for human consumption. (B) The new requirement does not apply to toilets, bidets, urinals, fill valves, flushometer valves, tub fillers, shower valves, service saddles, or water distribution main gate valves 2 inches in diameter or larger.
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Who are the certification providers?
Although it is not a federal requirement, one way to ensure that a product is lead-free is to verify that it has been certified. In the United States, the following American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited third-party certification bodies provide product certification to the new lead-free requirement for manufacturers of drinking water system and plumbing materials: CSA Group ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES), LLC International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials Research & Testing (IAPMO R&T) Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. NSF International (NSF) Truesdail Laboratories, Inc. Underwriters Laboratories (UL), LLC Water Quality Association (WQA)
Examples of packaging and material with certifiers' marks for the new requirement
How do I know if a product has been certified?
Each of the ANSI accredited third-party certification bodies has a registered trademark that they use to certify a multitude of products for various requirements. However, the trademark alone does not necessarily mean that the product has been certified to the new lead-free requirement. Some of the certification bodies have modified marks and some may require that identifier text accompany a mark.
What do the lead-free certification marks look like?
Because markings vary between certification bodies, finding a product that has been certified as lead-free to the new requirement can be a challengeunless you know what to look for. The specific certification marks and identifier text for each certification body can be found in the comprehensive Table on Page 3, and can also be found for each certification body individually on Pages A1A8. Examples of the marks on packaging and engraved on a product can be seen in the photo strip to the right.
Where are the lead-free certification marks located?
Products will display the certification bodies approved certification marks and any required identifier text. The following steps will help you to identify the variety of ways that both can be found on certified products:
1. The certifiers marks will typically be located on the front or back of the packaging or engraved on the product itself. If required, text for the lead-free certification identifier will also be included:
Certifiers Mark
Lead-free certification identifier text
2. Next to the certifiers mark, the lead-free certification identifier text can stand alone or can be enclosed in a box:
Above the Mark Left of the Mark Certifiers Mark Right of -orthe Mark
Above the Mark Left of the Mark Certifiers Mark Right of the Mark
Below the Mark
Below the Mark
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Certification Marks for
ANSI Accredited Third-Party Certification Bodies
Starting January 4, 2014, the new lead-free requirement of the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act will take effect. The prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce will apply to all pipe, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures (henceforth referred to as "products"), including stocked inventories that have not been installed. The table below provides the certification bodies approved certification marks and required identifier text, as well as any additional remarks that indicate a product meets the new lead-free requirement.
"US" = United States; "USA" = United States of America; "C" = Canada; "CA" = Canada
Certification Body
Certification Mark(s)
Remarks & Required Identifier Text
(1) Based on the intended product market, the marks may be accompanied by a "C" & "US" or just a "US". (2) Text indicating certification to at least one of the lead-free certification identifiers (listed in blue below table) must accompany the marks. Text indicating certification to a lead-free certification identifier (listed in blue below table) may be included next to the mark, but is not required. (1) Based on the intended product market, the UPC shield and logo marks may be accompanied by a "C". (2) Text indicating certification to at least one of the lead-free certification identifiers (listed in blue below table) or the term "Low-Lead" must accompany the marks. (1) Marks can be black or reversed in white. (2) Based on the intended product market, the marks may be accompanied by a "C"or a "US" or both. (3) Text indicating certification to at least one of the lead-free certification identifiers (listed in blue below table) must accompany the marks. (1) Marks can be blue, white, or black. (2) Based on the intended product market, the marks may be accompanied by a "C" & "US" or just a "C". (3) Text indicating certification to an NSF/ANSI Standard (listed in blue below table) must accompany circular marks. (4) Standard 61 circular and text marks may alternately include "61/9-G". Text indicating certification to at least one of the lead-free certification identifiers (listed in blue below table) must accompany the mark. (1) Based on the intended product market, the marks may be accompanied by a "C", "CA", "US", "C" & US", or "CA" & "US". (2) Text indicating certification to an NSF/ANSI Standard (listed in blue below table) must accompany all the marks. (3) The File No. is a unique identification for a product used to search the UL online certification directory. (1) The marks can be either gold or black and white. (2) Based on the intended product market, the Marks may be accompanied by a "C" & "USA" or just a "C". (3) Text indicating certification to an NSF/ANSI Standard (listed in blue below the table) must accompany the marks.
CSA Group
ICC Evaluation Services (ICC-ES), LLC International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials Research & Testing (IAPMO R&T)
Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc.
NSF International (NSF)
Truesdail Laboratories, LLC
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), LLC
UND. LAB. CLASSIFIED UND. LAB. CLFD
Water Quality Association (WQA)
NSF/ANSI 372 by WQA
Lead-Free Certification Identifiers (Varies between certification bodies. See the remarks column of table for clarification)
NSF/ANSI Standard 372 (NSF/ANSI 372 or NSF-372): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces. of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures. NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Annex G (NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G or NSF 61-G): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting leachate requirements for all contaminants (metals and non-metals), as well as the new lead-free requirements of NSF-372 (Standard 61 text may alternately include "61/9-G"). California HB AB1953, Section 116875 (AB 1953 (2006) or CA HSC 116875 [AB 1953 (2006)]): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures.
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Resources and Contacts
EPA's Lead in Drinking Water Website
Government Resources
water.epa.gov/drink/info/lead/
Federal Laws Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act (PL 111-380): www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/PLAW-111publ380/pdf/PLAW-111publ380.pdf Safe Drinking Water Act: water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/sdwa/index.cfm State Laws California AB1953: www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/05-06/bill/asm/ab_1951-2000/ab_1953_bill_20060930_chaptered.html California SB 1334: www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/07-08/bill/sen/sb_1301-1350/sb_1334_bill_20080929_chaptered.html Louisiana HB 471: legiscan.com/LA/text/HB471/id/343683 Maryland HB 372: 167.102.242.144/smb/mgaleg.maryland.gov/google_docs$/2010rs/chapters_noln/Ch_407_hb0372e.pdf Vermont Statute, Title 9 V.S.A. 2470h: www.leg.state.vt.us/statutes/fullsection.cfm?Title=09&Chapter=063&Section=02470h
ANSI Accredited Third-Party Certification Bodies
CSA Group Low Lead Requirements: www.csagroup.org/us/en/industries/plumbing/low-lead-requirements Certification Marks: www.csagroup.org/us/en/about-csa-group/certification-marks-labels Certified Product Listings: www.csagroup.org/us/en/services/testing-and-certification/certified-product-listing ICC Evaluation Services (ICC-ES), LLC Listing Mark: www.icc-es-pmg.org/Mark/ Listing Directory: www.icc-es-pmg.org/Listing_Directory/ International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials Research & Testing (IAPMO R&T) Marks of Conformity: www.iapmort.org/Pages/MarksofConformity.aspx Product Listing Directory: pld.iapmo.org/default.asp Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. Mark Usage Guide: www.intertek.com/marks-usage Product Directory: www.intertek.com/directories/ NSF International (NSF) Low Lead Compliant Products and Markings: www.nsf.org/info/lowlead FAQs about NSF/ANSI 61 and Lead, and NSF/ANSI 372: www.nsf.org/info/wdsfaq/ Product Listings: www.nsf.org/business/search_listings/ Truesdail Laboratories, LLC Mark and Plumbing Listings: www.truesdail.com/specialty_testing/plumbing.html Underwriters Laboratories (UL), LLC Certification Marks and UL Badges: www.ul.com/global/eng/pages/corporate/aboutul/ulmarks/ Online Certifications Directory: database.ul.com/cgi-bin/XYV/template/LISEXT/1FRAME/index.html Water Quality Association (WQA) Use of the Gold Seal (Note - Click on download the Gold Seal Logo Policy): www.wqa.org/sitelogic.cfm?ID=1171 Certified Products Directory: www.wqa.org/goldseal/goldsealSearch.cfm
Additional Resource
Get the Lead Out Plumbing Consortium Get the Lead OutSM Resources: www.gettheleadoutplumbing.com/Resources.asp
Contacts
For Questions Regarding the Lead Content of a Product: Contact the product manufacturer For Questions Regarding this Document: Contact Michelle Latham at [email protected]
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Certification Marks for
CSA Group
Starting January 4, 2014, the new lead-free requirement of the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act will take effect. The prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce will apply to all pipe, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures (henceforth referred to as "products"), including stocked inventories that have not been installed. The information on this page provides the certification marks and required identifier text for CSA Group, as well as any additional remarks indicating that a product meets the new lead-free requirement.
Certification Marks
(1) Based on the intended product market, the marks may be accompanied by a "C" & "US" or just a "US". (2) Text indicating certification to at least one of the lead-free certification identifiers (listed in blue below) must accompany the marks.
"US" = United States; "C" = Canada
Lead-Free Certification Identifiers
NSF/ANSI Standard 372 (NSF/ANSI 372 or NSF-372): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures. NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Annex G (NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G or NSF 61-G): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting leachate requirements for all contaminants (metals and non-metals), as well as the new lead-free requirements of NSF-372 (Standard 61 text may alternately include "61/9-G"). California AB1953, Section 116875 (e.g., AB 1953 (2006) or CA HSC 116875 [AB 1953 (2006)]): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures.
Resources Low Lead Requirements: www.csagroup.org/us/en/industries/plumbing/low-lead-requirements Certification Marks: www.csagroup.org/us/en/about-csa-group/certification-marks-labels Certified Product Listings: www.csagroup.org/us/en/services/testing-and-certification/certified-product-listing
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Certification Marks for
ICC Evaluation Services (ICC-ES), LLC
Starting January 4, 2014, the new lead-free requirement of the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act will take effect. The prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce will apply to all pipe, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures (henceforth referred to as "products"), including stocked inventories that have not been installed. The information on this page provides the certification marks and required identifier text for ICC-ES, as well as any additional remarks indicating that a product meets the new lead-free requirement.
Certification Mark
Text indicating certification to a lead-free certification identifier (listed in blue below) may be included next to the mark, but is not required.
Lead-Free Certification Identifiers
NSF/ANSI Standard 372 (NSF/ANSI 372 or NSF-372): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures. NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Annex G (NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G or NSF 61-G): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting leachate requirements for all contaminants (metals and non-metals), as well as the new lead-free requirements of NSF-372. California HB AB1953, Section 116875 (e.g., AB 1953 (2006) or CA HSC 116875 [AB 1953 (2006)]): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures.
Resources Listing Mark: www.icc-es-pmg.org/Mark/ Listing Directory: www.icc-es-pmg.org/Listing_Directory/
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Certification Marks for
International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials Research and Testing (IAPMO R&T)
Starting January 4, 2014, the new lead-free requirement of the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act will take effect. The prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce will apply to all pipe, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures (henceforth referred to as "products"), including stocked inventories that have not been installed. The information on this page provides the certification marks and required identifier text for IAPMO R&T, as well as any additional remarks indicating that a product meets the new lead-free requirement.
Certification Marks
(1) Based on the intended product market, the UPC shield and logo marks may be accompanied by a "C". (2) Text indicating certification to at least one of the lead-free certification identifiers (listed in blue below) or the term "Low Lead" must accompany the marks.
"C" = Canada
Lead-Free Certification Identifiers
NSF/ANSI Standard 372 (NSF/ANSI 372 or NSF-372): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures. NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Annex G (NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G or NSF 61-G): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting leachate requirements for all contaminants (metals and nonmetals), as well as the new lead-free requirements of NSF-372. California AB1953, Section 116875 (e.g., AB 1953 (2006) or CA HSC 116875 [AB 1953 (2006)]): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures.
Resources Marks of Conformity: www.iapmort.org/Pages/MarksofConformity.aspx Product Listing Directory: pld.iapmo.org/default.asp
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Certification Marks for
Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc.
Starting January 4, 2014, the new lead-free requirement of the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act will take effect. The prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce will apply to all pipe, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures (henceforth referred to as "products"), including stocked inventories that have not been installed. The information on this page provides the certification marks and required identifier text for Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc., as well as any additional remarks indicating that a product meets the new lead-free requirement.
Certification Marks
(1) Marks can be black or reversed in white. (2) Based on the intended product market, the marks may be accompanied by a "C" or a "US" or both. (3) Text indicating certification to at least one of the lead-free certification identifiers (listed in blue below) must accompany the marks.
"US" = United States; "C" = Canada
Lead-Free Certification Identifiers
NSF/ANSI Standard 372 (NSF/ANSI 372 or NSF-372): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures. NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Annex G (NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G or NSF 61-G): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting leachate requirements for all contaminants (metals and non-metals), as well as the new lead-free requirements of NSF-372. California HB AB1953, Section 116875 (e.g., AB 1953 (2006) or CA HSC 116875 [AB 1953 (2006)]): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures.
Resources Mark Usage Guide: www.intertek.com/marks-usage Product Directory: www.intertek.com/directories/
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Certification Marks for
NSF International (NSF)
Starting January 4, 2014, the new lead-free requirement of the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act will take effect. The prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce will apply to all pipe, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures (henceforth referred to as "products"), including stocked inventories that have not been installed. The information on this page provides the certification marks and required identifier text for NSF, as well as any additional remarks indicating that a product meets the new lead-free requirement.
Certification Marks
(1) Marks can be blue, white, or black. (2) Based on the intended product market, the marks may be accompanied by a "C" & "US" or just a "C". (3) Text indicating certification to an NSF/ANSI Standard (listed in blue below) must accompany circular marks. (4) Standard 61 circular and text marks may alternately include "61/9-G".
"US" = United States; "C" = Canada
Lead-Free Certification Identifiers
NSF/ANSI Standard 372 (NSF/ANSI 372 or NSF-372): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures. NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Annex G (NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G or NSF 61-G): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting leachate requirements for all contaminants (metals and non-metals), as well as the new lead-free requirements of NSF-372.
Resources Low Lead Compliant Products and Markings: www.nsf.org/info/lowlead FAQs about NSF/ANSI 61 and Lead, and NSF/ANSI 372: www.nsf.org/info/wdsfaq/ Product Listings: www.nsf.org/business/search_listings/
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Certification Marks for
Truesdail Laboratories, Inc.
Starting January 4, 2014, the new lead-free requirement of the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act will take effect. The prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce will apply to all pipe, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures (henceforth referred to as "products"), including stocked inventories that have not been installed. The information on this page provides the certification marks and required identifier text for Truesdail Laboratories, Inc., as well as any additional remarks indicating that a product meets the new lead-free requirement.
Certification Mark
Text indicating certification to at least one of the lead-free certification identifiers (listed in blue below) must accompany the mark.
Lead-Free Certification Identifiers
NSF/ANSI Standard 372 (NSF/ANSI 372 or NSF-372): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures. NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Annex G (NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G or NSF 61-G): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting leachate requirements for all contaminants (metals and non-metals), as well as the new lead-free requirements of NSF-372. California HB AB1953, Section 116875 (e.g., AB 1953 (2006) or CA HSC 116875 [AB 1953 (2006)]): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures.
Resource Mark and Plumbing Listings: www.truesdail.com/specialty_testing/plumbing.html
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Certification Marks for
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), LLC
Starting January 4, 2014, the new lead-free requirement of the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act will take effect. The prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce will apply to all pipe, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures (henceforth referred to as "products"), including stocked inventories that have not been installed. The information on this page provides the certification marks and required identifier text for UL, as well as any additional remarks indicating that a product meets the new lead-free requirement.
Certification Marks
UND. LAB. CLASSIFIED UND. LAB. CLFD
(1) Based on the intended product market, the marks may be accompanied by a "C", "CA", "US", "C" & US", or "CA" & "US". (2) Text indicating certification to an NSF/ ANSI Standard (listed in blue below) must accompany all the marks. (3) The File No. is a unique identification for a product used to search the UL online certification directory.
"US" = United States; "C" = Canada; "CA" = Canada
Lead-Free Certification Identifiers
NSF/ANSI Standard 372 (NSF/ANSI 372 or NSF-372): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures. NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Annex G (NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G or NSF 61-G): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting leachate requirements for all contaminants (metals and non-metals), as well as the new lead-free requirements of NSF-372.
Resources Certification Marks and UL Badges: www.ul.com/global/eng/pages/corporate/aboutul/ulmarks/ Online Certifications Directory: database.ul.com/cgi-bin/XYV/template/LISEXT/1FRAME/index.html
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Certification Marks for
Water Quality Association (WQA)
Starting January 4, 2014, the new lead-free requirement of the Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act will take effect. The prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce will apply to all pipe, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures (henceforth referred to as "products"), including stocked inventories that have not been installed. The information on this page provides the certification marks and required identifier text for WQA, as well as any additional remarks indicating that a product meets the new lead-free requirement.
Certification Marks
NSF/ANSI 372 by WQA
(1) The marks can be either gold or black and white. (2) Based on the intended product market, the marks may be accompanied by a "C" & "USA" or just a "C". (3) Text indicating certification to an NSF/ANSI Standard (listed in blue below) must accompany the marks.
"USA" = United States of America; "C" = Canada
Lead-Free Certification Identifiers
NSF/ANSI Standard 372 (NSF/ANSI 372 or NSF-372): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting a weighted average lead content of 0.25% when used with respect to the wetted surfaces of pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, and fixtures. NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Annex G (NSF/ANSI 61 Annex G or NSF 61-G): Dictates that a product has been certified as meeting leachate requirements for all contaminants (metals and non-metals), as well as the new lead-free requirements of NSF-372.
Resources Use of the Gold Seal (Note - Click on download the Gold Seal Logo Policy): www.wqa.org/sitelogic.cfm?ID=1171 Certified Products Directory: www.wqa.org/goldseal/goldsealSearch.cfm
Disclaimer: This document is for informational purposes only. Any mention of trade names or commercial products does not constitute EPA endorsement or recommendation for use.
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