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  • Some types of brass contain a significant percent lead. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brass : "To enhance the machinability of brass, lead is often added in concentrations of around 2% [which] can lead to significant lead leaching from brasses of comparatively low lead content." Commented Nov 6, 2017 at 13:06
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    Can you be sold them in what jurisdiction? Commented Nov 6, 2017 at 14:45
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    On eBay - sure. From a reputable vendor as water plumbing - less likely, but as plumbing for heating, yes. Commented Nov 6, 2017 at 14:51
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    Seems relevant: imgs.xkcd.com/comics/free.png Commented Nov 6, 2017 at 17:39
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    The type of plumbing is very relevant here. Laws for potable water supplies are very much more strict than general plumbing (waste, heating, garden, etc). Commented Nov 7, 2017 at 12:43