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Lead free enamel paint for industrial machinery

Lead free enamel paint for industrial machinery

Lead free enamel paint for industrial machinery

(OP)
This is my first posting in this forum.Perhaps this issue might have been discussed in the past. Please bear with me if it is a familar topic discussed here.

 I am manufacturing some parts for  barges to be assembled in US. The drawing refers to final painting of the parts with an enamel paint. But it does not mention any specific standard of conformity.

I was just curious to know the general acceptance standards of parts or machineries in US using paints. Will there be any issue by the authorities when I ship these parts from India.

Also a paint manufacturer informed me that when the steel part is painted,it is very difficult to analyse for lead content from the painted surface. Is this right?

There is a probability that the barge can be used in a drinking water facility. In such an event,from the painted parts can there be a lead contamination?

Thanks in anticipation.   

I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." — Thomas Edison
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RE: Lead free enamel paint for industrial machinery

One issue we just had in the U.S. was with the Consumer Product Safety Commission in reguard to paints used on imported articles intended for use by children. The distributor is required to obtain certifications that the lead content is within specified limits. But, as you are supplying industrial articles, the CSPSC regulations would not apply. One thing that could be of concern would be if the components you supply are assembled by welding. In such a case, lead paint content would result in lead fumes and the assembly operation might run afoul of OSHA regulations. You need to get your customer to clarify what is acceptable.

RE: Lead free enamel paint for industrial machinery

(OP)
Swall,
Thanks, I am aware of the CSPSC restrictions and it applies to garments,toys,etc. Not for industrial products. The parts that I supply as sub assemblies are not going to be welded probably.I shall check with my customer about this.

But what is your acceptance practice for industrial jobs done abroad and used in US? Are there any restrictions?

I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." — Thomas Edison
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RE: Lead free enamel paint for industrial machinery

Arunmrao--you might try reposting this query on the Professional Ethics forum.

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