Avoid anything with decal image or logo applied to the surface inside or out (those decals are almost always very-high-Lead — especially if you can feel them with your finger tip / they are slightly raised above the rest of the surface of the mug.)
Are coffee mugs made with lead?
Lead and cadmium are the most common metals used in ceramics and glazed pottery. Lead and cadmium that give cups and mugs glaze/lustre and bright colours could be leaking into your tea, coffee or warm malt beverages.7 Jan 2019
Do glass mugs contain lead?
Drinking glasses can contain potentially harmful levels of lead and cadmium. Summary: They found lead present in 139 cases and cadmium in 134, both on the surface of the glasses and, in some cases, on the rims, with concentrations of lead sometimes more than 1000 times higher than the limit level.6 Nov 2017
Do ceramic mugs contain lead?
Findings. The results of this pilot study suggest that lead in ceramic mugs can leach into coffee and tea. The measured lead concentrations ranged from 0.2 to 8.6 μg/L in coffee, and from <0.2 to 1.6 μg/L in tea.6 Feb 2017
Are mugs made in china lead-free?
Though most American potteries no longer use lead in their glazes, unless you have verified with the manufacturer that your piece was made with no lead, avoid using glazed china or ceramic coffee mugs that are from unknown or unidentified sources.10 Feb 2015
Is ceramic mug safe?
If ceramics are baked for long enough at hot enough temperatures, they may still be safe, but if not, the lead can leach into food and cause lead poisoning. Acidic food or drink is especially likely to cause lead to leach out of ceramics, unfortunately for coffee drinkers with favorite earthenware mugs.8 Dec 2017
Are Starbucks tumblers safe?
Tumblers are perfect for both hot and cold drinks. They help to keep the drink at its original temperature for longer periods of time, but Starbucks tumblers are not designed for use in the microwave. If you have had success using a Starbucks tumbler in the microwave, then no harm no foul.25 Jun 2020
Do IKEA mugs have lead?
IKEA sells a wide range of mugs in different sizes and colors to suit a variety of customers. These mugs are more commonly made with Feldspar porcelain, though some are made with tempered glass which is heat resistant. Additionally, the mugs are lead-free, with the majority being dishwasher and microwave safe.
Are IKEA ceramic mugs lead-free?
Microwave-safe. Dishwasher-safe. No cadmium or lead added.