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Sources of lead
Learn where your child may come into contact with lead
Common sources
Check for lead in and around your home (Chinese, Filipino, Spanish)
Get notified about lead in consumer products
The most common cause of lead poisoning for children in San Francisco is their contact with old paint, soil, or dust In their environments, but these are not the only sources. In 2023, the government recalled food and other products because they had dangerous levels of 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):