Heavy Metals Policy

This statement describes the processes and controls our factory uses to keep heavy metals out of finished products. 

Overview

Manufacturing to exacting standards of purity means:

  1. Sourcing only high-quality raw materials

  2. Keeping the factory and manufacturing lines clean to prevent contamination

  3. Continual oversight at the factory to ensure protocols are followed

  4. Programmatic testing to ensure no defects or contamination

Raw Materials

Our products are made from a variety of materials. To achieve the desired quality and performance, we must source our materials from specialty suppliers who can meet our high standards. We buy metal that is lead-free. Our glass is borosilicate, zero absorption, non-leaching and legendary for its ability to withstand rapid heating and cooling.  Oil-touching parts are BPA-free. Our cotton is organically grown. 

We work closely with the actual people and machines that make our products.  From testing to oversight we make sure that the right people are in place to ensure the quality of the finished product.  This means checking protocols are followed, facilities stay clean, and products are batch tested before they go to our customers.  

Third-Party Contamination Risk

We strongly recommend you carry out your own testing to ensure your entire supply chain is free of lead and other contaminants.  Before mass production, conduct your own preliminary tests. We suggest filing a batch sample of your oil-filled cartridges and submitting samples to a licensed testing facility. 

There are several testing facilities to choose from. While we cannot vouch for any particular facility, we have worked with Bel Costa Labs (https://www.belcostalabs.com/). They have been an excellent resource to us, especially for California testing procedures.