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Sources of lead
Learn where your child may come into contact with lead
Common sources
Get notified about lead in consumer products
Most children get lead poisoning because they eat leaded paint, soil, or dust. These are not the only sources of lead in a child's environment. In 2023, the government recalled food and other products because they contained lead. These items included applesauce, children cups, and pajamas.
Families can stay alert to lead-contaminated consumer products. Sign up for email alerts with two agencies that watch for harmful contamination:
Food & Drug Administration (FDA):
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Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC):