Scope
The regulation applies to metal-cored candlewicks containing lead and to candles that use those wicks. It is a consumer-product ban under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act regulations.
Exact limit and units
| Metal | Matrix | Limit | Unit | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | Metal-cored candlewicks and candles with such wicks | 0.06 | percent | lead by weight of the metal core |
How tested
The provision is expressed as percent lead by weight of the metal in the wick. The excerpt does not prescribe a specific analytical method in the transcribed paragraph.
Enforcement posture
Candlewicks above the limit and candles using them are banned hazardous substances. The CPSC may enforce the ban through ordinary FHSA/CPSC authorities, including import controls and corrective actions.
History of changes
The CFR text in the local PDF is the 2024 compilation. The cited regulatory finding explains that a ban on wicks containing more than 0.06 percent lead by weight of the metal was selected as the least burdensome requirement adequate to reduce risk.
How it compares
The 0.06 percent value equals 600 ppm or 600 mg/kg in the metal core, which is much higher than food or cosmetic impurity limits but applies to a durable consumer-product component.
Sources
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