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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 6, 2009
CONTACT: Greta Houlahan
Phone: +1 734-913-5723
Email: houlahan@nsf.org
NSF Annex G Certification of Italian Faucet Manufacturer Helps Protect the Public from Exposure to Lead
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – New lead content requirements in California, which will mandate a maximum weighted average lead content of ≤ 0.25 percent for plumbing products, are scheduled to take effect January 1, 2010. Newform, an Italian high-quality faucet manufacturer, took the initiative to become certified to the new requirements well in advance of the deadline.
To obtain certification, Newform demonstrated compliance with NSF/ANSI Standard 61, Annex G–Weighted Average Lead Content Evaluation Procedure to a 0.25 Percent Lead Requirement. Newform is one of the first European faucet manufacturers to successfully meet all of Annex G’s lead content requirements.
“Newform’s proactive response to comply with Annex G’s requirements well in advance of the January 1, 2010 deadline demonstrates the success of a true global leader,” said Bob Ferguson, Vice President, NSF Water Systems. “We are pleased to provide Newform with this certification and support them in their efforts.”
Manufacturers of faucets, valves, water fittings, and other products that come in contact with drinking water must meet the new requirements by January 1, 2010. After this date, any pipe, fitting, or fixture intended to convey or dispense water for human consumption, through drinking or cooking, must meet a weighted average lead content of <0.25%.
“The certification of our faucets to Annex G, along with their high quality and unmistakable style, continues to emphasize our leadership in the industry,” said Newform Sales Manager Mr. Massimo Giroldi. “Our customers will know when they see the NSF Mark on our products that all health effect and performance requirements have been met.”
For meeting the new requirements, Newform’s products bear the NSF Annex G Certification Mark. Newform is also listed on the NSF Web site to demonstrate compliance with the new requirements.
For more information on NSF/ANSI Standard 61/Annex G requirements or NSF testing and certification services, visit NSF's Web site or contact Pete Greiner at 734.769.5517 or greinerp@nsf.org. A copy of Annex G as adopted in NSF/ANSI 61 – 2008 is available on NSF’s Web site. For additional information on Newform, please visit www.newform.it.
Additional Background on the Development of Annex G
The annex was developed by NSF’s Lead Task Group with guidance from key regulators, proponents of the California lead bill, industry representatives and the NSF Standard 61 Joint Committee. The NSF Joint Committee is comprised of equal representation from public health, user communities and industry to ensure an open, transparent and consensus process.
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About NSF International: NSF International, an independent, not-for-profit organization, helps protect you by certifying products and writing standards for food, water and consumer goods (www.nsf.org). Founded in 1944, NSF is committed to protecting public health and safety worldwide. NSF is a World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Food and Water Safety and Indoor Environment. Additional services include safety audits for the food and water industries, management systems registrations delivered through NSF International Strategic Registrations, organic certification provided by Quality Assurance International and education through the NSF Center for Public Health Education.
