Where is Lead Found?

Household dust, soil, food, and water supplied through lead pipes, can all contain lead. Some toy jewelry and old toys made in the United States can also contain lead. Some imported toys painted with lead-based paint, along with some vinyl and plastic toys have lead added as a softener. Some imported ceramics and glazed dishes made in the U.S. before the 1990s also contain lead. Older, vinyl mini-blinds and imported aluminum cans may contain lead. Parents or caregivers who work in construction jobs may also bring home lead in dust on their clothing or shoes.