What are the Regulatory Standards for Lead-Based Paints?
Many countries have established regulatory standards to limit the use of lead in paints. In the United States, the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act restricts the use of lead-containing paints in residential properties built after 1978. The European Union has similar regulations under the REACH legislation. These regulations aim to reduce lead exposure by setting strict limits on the allowable concentration of lead in paints.
