Stanley tumblers face lawsuits after disclosure of lead in cups [Video]

While Stanley tumblers are sealed with a small trace of lead, the company stressed the lead is completely enclosed by stainless steel.

WASHINGTON — At least three lawsuits have been filed against the maker of the popular Stanley tumbler cups over the revelation that the TikTok-famous drinkware contain lead.

Pacific Market International is the named defendant in three lawsuits filed in the past month related to the Stanley tumblers. PMI has owned the Stanley International brand since 2002.

The 40-oz tumblers sell for around $45 — that is, if you can find one. They’ve become hot commodities since going viral on TikTok, the popular video social media app.

A spokesperson for the company said Stanley seals its insulated products with an industry-standard pellet that includes a small trace of lead.

The pellet can be found underneath a small cap on the bottom of any Stanley tumbler.

The lead is inaccessible to consumers, according …