"We recently learned that the collectible copper cups included in the Relic Box contain elevated levels of lead and should be disposed of. We are extremely frustrated that this happened. We take our merch incredibly seriously and would never intentionally sell something we didn't believe was 100% legit."
"Lead can be mixed into copper alloys to make it more malleable, which is why some might check to see if it's present in cheaper metal goods before drinking Mr. Pibb out of it. Commercial goods imported into the states, even direct B2C, require safety testing to meet Consumer Product Safety Commission standards, which can be costly for small-run items."
The "No Girls Allowed" Relic Box, a limited edition Space King collectible bundle, contained drinking cups with elevated lead levels. Fans discovered the contamination using test kits and shared findings on the Space King subreddit. Creators Tom Hinchliffe and Don Greger responded with a statement acknowledging the problem, explaining that production was inconsistent with factory testing reports. They confirmed an investigation is underway and assured that other items in the box are safe. Lead is sometimes added to copper alloys for malleability, and imported commercial goods must meet Consumer Product Safety Commission standards, which can be costly for small-run merchandise.
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