Lucideon has researched and collated information from across the globe for the latest edition of its cross-industry reference guide, which sets out details on the safe use of ceramic, glass and enamelware in contact with food
'Metal Release from Ceramic, Glass and Enamelware in Contact with Food' has been updated for 2025, indexing the rules relating to worldwide regulations and standards across more than 90 countries and/or economic areas - listing the relevant test methods and toxic metal migration limits in a simple and concise table.
The guide has provided a single point of reference for testing facilities and ceramic, glass and enamelware manufacturers since its launch in 1972. It is also an invaluable resource to exporters, importers, retailers and glaze or color producers looking to ensure their products conform to relevant international requirements.
Authored by Lucideon's Technical Information Officer, Chris Thompson, this latest version replaces the 2022 publication and features amended entries including those required by Israel and UAE as well as confirming existing standards. It also includes US state regulations for children's products.
The book explains how colored glazes applied to ceramic, glass and enamelware often contain heavy metals such as lead or cadmium that may be released to varying degrees.
The amount of migration from the ware to food is dependent on the composition of the glaze, temperature at which the ceramic was fired, type of food and duration of product contact.
Compliance testing of decorated ceramic and glass ware must be carried out for toxic metals that are used in some colors and glazes.
This is done to establish not only safety, but conformity with the legally allowed maximum levels of migration and to ensure continued consumer protection.
As the understanding of toxic metals effects on the human body grows, so does the push to reduce exposure.
The new version of the guide is available in hard copy format, priced at £825 (plus VAT where applicable).
To purchase a copy or for further information, please contact Oleksandra Rakovets: oleksandra.rakovets@uk.lucideon.com
August 2025