N.Y. General Business Law Section 389-T
Labeling of solder

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No person, firm, or corporation shall sell or offer for sale any solder unless there is printed on the package in which such solder is sold or offered for sale a conspicuous notice stating the percentage of lead contained in such solder. Any solder containing more than two-tenths of one percent lead shall contain a warning label, prominently displayed, which states, “Contains lead which may be harmful to your health. Not to be used for joints on potable water service piping.” 2. Any violation of this section shall be punishable by a civil penalty not to exceed five hundred dollars.

Source: Section 389-T — Labeling of solder, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/GBS/389-T (updated Mar. 4, 2022; accessed Jan. 17, 2026).

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