Through my involvement against legislation that would allow non-code-compliant barricade devices to be used in schools and other public buildings, I have seen many cases where good intentions lead to unintended consequences. I recently read about a bill in Minnesota that would limit the amount of lead used in keys
Valley News Live: Local locksmiths push against Minnesota law restricting lead keys
Minn. (Valley News Live) – Local locksmiths are pushing against a Minnesota law that could dictate how you can legally purchase keys.
The keys you have to your home, car, and business most likely don’t align with Minnesota law. In 2023, lawmakers required all keys manufactured and sold in the state to have no more than .009 percent lead.
Nearly every key in use today is made from brass. There are small amounts of lead inside, making it possible to cut a key to fit a lock precisely.
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I guess I have to stop eating keys?
It seems that this is an issue with nickel silver key blanks as well, not just the traditional red brass? (If so, I only know of one lock whose keys meet the criteria, and that’s the Bowley with its stainless steel keys)