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how can i test for lead in food products and baby toys?

With lead being an issue in several products....I would like to test for test for lead in food products and baby toys. How would I do that?

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1. i am not sure about food, i made my own. I bought a little food processor (under $10) and made apple sauce for him then i froze them in ice cube trays then put them into freezer bags. It was perfect serving sized. As for on toys and stuff try a place like home depot or even wal-mart they sell at home tests just for this purpose. You are right to be concerned. Good luck to you. And enjoy your baby.
2. there are kits you can buy that you can test for lead...on a variety of surfaces your local hardware store more than likely carries them
3. You can get a test kit at the hardware store.
4. sure, it's pretty easy. Here's a source aimed at parents for just that sort of stuff. http://www.leadpro.com/faq.html