Minnesota Signs Lead and Cadmium Bill into Law

Minnesota has enacted Chapter 60 – H.F. No. 2310 into law. As part of the Environmental Omnibus bill it establishes lead and cadmium requirements for certain consumer products under section 24 – Lead and Cadmium in Consumer Products: Prohibition. These requirements become effective August 1, 2023.

Product Scope

A person must not import, manufacture, sell, hold for sale, or distribute or offer for use in the state of Minnesota any of the following covered products containing lead or cadmium exceeding the limits established by the state.
• Jewelry
• Toys
• Cosmetics and personal care products
• Puzzles, board games, card games, and similar games
• Play sets and play structures
• Outdoor games
• School supplies
• Pots and pans
• Cups, bowls, and other food containers
• Craft supplies and jewelry-making supplies
• Chalk, crayons, paints, and other art supplies
• Fidget spinners
• Costumes, costume accessories, and children’s and seasonal party supplies
• Keys, key chains, and key rings,
• Clothing, footwear, headwear, and accessories

Limits

• No more than 90 ppm (0.009%) total lead, and
• No more than 75 ppm (0.0075%) total cadmium

The requirements do not apply to the above products if preempted by federal law.

When requested, must furnish to the commissioner or attorney general any relevant information or documentation that is available or that can be reasonably obtained to show compliance with the requirement.

Link to the Act (Sec. 24. [324.3892]):
https://www.revisor.mn.gov/laws/2023/0/Session+Law/Chapter/60/

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