"Dee Randall" > wrote in message
> I made the choice to keep the pot, but have been somewhat leary of using
> it mainly because I have purchased other products made of clay made in
> China that I have put away or got rid of because of possible lead
> content. [I realize politically and geographically that China and Taiwan
> are different.]

> I bought two of these La Cloche, oblong and round, and I'm ready to use.
> I guess I'm looking for some confidence.
>
> Thanks.
> Dee Dee

Regardless of the source, there is always some possibility of lead being in
pottery and tiles. The biggest problems is when acidic foods, especially
liquid, is in them for a long time. Such as an orange juice pitcher. Dry
and non-acidic lessen the potential considerably.

I'd use them anyway.