Important Notice to WCTD Members
Re. Canadian Prohibition of the Manufacture and Importation of Wheel Weights Containing Lead
One year ago, on Feb 3, 2023, The Canadian Minister of the Environment registered the Prohibition of the Manufacture and Importation of Wheel Weights Containing Lead Regulation.
This new regulation prohibits the importing and manufacturing of lead wheel weights containing more than 0.1% lead by weight into Canada. The regulation comes into full effect on Feb 3, 2024.
The Government of Canada’s analysis assumes that lead wheel weights will be completely phased out. Lead-free products will become the only type of wheel weights manufactured, imported and distributed in the Canadian market by Feb 3, 2024.
It also assumes that 12 months was enough time for the current stock of lead wheel weights to be used. However, the sale and installation of the remaining stock of lead wheel weights already in Canada will be allowed after the regulations come into force.
The government’s analysis assumes that regulated parties will pass on the incremental costs of alternatives to their customers. They include: independently owned repair shops, car dealers and tire dealers who will, in turn, pass them on to vehicle owners.
WCTD encourages our members to speak with their supplier(s) about the upcoming regulation changes; and how this will affect your purchasing, supply and cost.
The new regulation, along with additional information, may be viewed here – Canada Gazette, Part 2, Volume 157, Number 4: Prohibition of the Manufacture and Importation of Wheel Weights Containing Lead Regulations