A glass & ceramicware distributor has agreed to a tentative settlement with a private plaintiff regarding California Proposition 65 allegations related to lead exposure and the non-food contact and lip/rim surfaces of glass & ceramicware. This tentative settlement includes restrictions on the sue of both lead & cadmium bearing colours and the outside non-lip/rim surface of glass & ceramic tableware as well as for glass & ceramic ware that is not for use with food or beverages. The settlement includes provisions allowing other parties to "opt-in" to the settlement by agreeing to the terms of the settlement and paying fees consisting of civil penalties, plaintiff's attorneys' fees and settlement related costs. The tentative settlement has not yet been approved by the court.
