The Stanley cup, the biggest consumer sensation of 2024 so far, is back in the news. But it has nothing to do with long lines at Target or the social media craze that made it a “must-have” product.
Concern arose after reports that the cups contained lead, posing a threat to users. So, do the cups contain lead?
The company says that they do, but that it’s nothing to worry about. According to a statement from the company, the bottom of the insulated cup has a lead pellet that is sealed by a stainless steel circular barrier. It’s possible for the barrier to come off, exposing a user to the lead pellet, but the company said that rarely happens.
But why is there lead in the cup in the first place? According to Stanley, it’s part of the process of sealing the insulation.
“Our engineering and supply chain teams are making progress on innovative, alternative materials for use in the sealing process,” a spokesperson for the company said.
‘Meets all U.S. regulatory requirements’
The statement said all of its products products meet all U.S. regulatory requirements. Not only that, Stanley says the products meet California’s stringent Proposition 65 which requires companies to alert consumers to any heavy metal exposure.
Stanley says the liquid inside the cup never comes in contact with the lead pellet, so there is no potential harm to users.
Stanley has been producing insulated cups for over 100 years but the product found new life, thanks to social media influencers who tout the cup’s ability to keep hot beverages hot and cold beverages cold.
Demand increased when some people found they could buy a Stanley for $45 and double their money by selling it online.
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Posted: 2024-01-30 12:08:55
