LEAD SMART TIP -- BACK TO SCHOOL SHOPPING

• Choose items that are vinyl-free.
• Avoid backpacks that have shiny vinyl designs as they often contain lead.
• Buy paperclips made just from metal; avoid the ones coated in vinyl as they may contain lead.
• Buy lunchboxes that are lined with non-vinyl materials. Metal and cloth lunch containers are also available.
• Purchase items made from recycled cardboard, paper, wood, and metal, or ones that are covered in cloth.
• Use glass or stainless steel water bottles.
• Do not just discard items that you suspect might contain lead. Reuse the things you already have but make sure they have no lead in them. Check your supplies for lead using a lead test kit.

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