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Leaching of Metals from Stainless Steel
- Iron, chromium and nickel were all found to leach into both alkaline and acidic foods and beverages, while none of the metals leached into distilled water.
- Leaching of iron, chromium and nickel was observed from both new and old utensils.
- Leaching of iron occurred in all foods.
- Leaching of nickel occurred in curd, fruit juice and pickle (more acid)
- Leaching of chromium occurred in milk, coffee, and tea (only slightly acid)
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