# Environment (GEN)

## Title 6. Toxic, Carcinogenic, and Flammable Substances

### Subtitle 14. Cadmium in Children's Jewelry

#### Section 6-1401

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) "Cadmium" means elemental cadmium and any compound or alloy that contains cadmium.

(c) "Children's jewelry" means any jewelry, including a charm, bracelet, pendant, necklace, earring, or ring, and any component of jewelry, designed or intended to be worn or used by a child under the age of 13 years.

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Md. Code Ann., Envir. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)