Is lead-free solder safe for jewelry?
Is lead-free solder safe for jewelry? Since the harm from lead is caused by ingestion, any project that will come in contact with food or food containers should be made with lead-free solder. In addition, anything that is handled, like jewelry or kaleidoscopes, should be made with lead-free solder. Does jewelry solder contain lead? Solder - Solder may contain lead. Although solder is readily available in a lead free form, I know several jewelry artists who still work with leaded solder because of the ease of use. What kind of solder do jewelers use? Gold solders are usually a karat...