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Consumer Product Safety

Kitchen & Housewares

Many people in Canada are unaware of the potential dangers associated with cookware and utensils. Some of these products are unsafe and may release harmful substances into food or drinks that are cooked or served from them.

In this section you can read about products that may contain harmful substances, such as lead and cadmium. Lead may be present in some cookware items and utensils. Lead can make you very sick if too much is absorbed by your body. Never buy an item used for cooking unless you are sure the product is safe to use.

Last Updated: 2006-03-08 Top