Alternatives to Lead in Paint IPEN / Paint manufacturer(s)

This presentation provides a workshop briefing on lead in paint, covering its prevalence, measurement methods, and safer alternatives. It reports findings from multiple country studies showing many paints exceed recommended lead limits. The document explains standardised laboratory procedures and supports total lead content limits for regulation. It outlines exposure pathways, particularly through household dust, and describes substitution options for lead-based pigments and driers. It also highlights industry practices, including voluntary reformulation and certification efforts to reduce lead use in paint.