The Transition to Lead Free Tapware and Mixers – March 2024 Update for Merchant and Specifier partners
Your more detailed questions answered
What will the transition to Lead Free mean for my business?
Phoenix is committed to transitioning affected products to Lead Free with our partners. The phase-out of current products and introduction of Lead Free alternatives will occur over the coming months, aiming to have all Phoenix Lead Free product available by the end of 2025, prior to the official cut-off date of May 2026. We anticipate resolving stockholding matters by that date and encourage merchants to discuss intentions and concerns with their Account Manager.
How will we order Phoenix Lead Free products once they have transitioned to Lead Free?
Phoenix product codes will have a -1 at the end to indicate that they are a certified Lead Free product with the new Lead Free Watermark trademark. As a result, products will have a new code, and a new EAN Barcode that will require updating on all systems, specifications, orders and websites. The introduction of this code will enable better logistical management of the Phoenix Lead Free roll out.
In addition to this, please note we will also be simultaneously updating our alpha finish codes (i.e. CHR, MB, BN etc.) to our numeric finish codes (i.e. -00, -10,-40 etc.) as the relevant products transition to Lead Free
For example –
| Product Name | Original Product Code | Proposed Lead Free Code |
| Linq Pull Out Sink Mixer 316 | 133-7120-51 | 133-7120-51-1 |
| Vido Flexible Hose Sink Mixer 200mm | 113-7110-00 | 113-7110-00-1 |
| Blix Flexible Hose Sink Mixer 200mm | 10473100BC | 10473100-31-1 |
| Cromford Wall Basin / Bath Outlet | 134-7610-00 | 134-7610-00-1 |
| Vivid Slimline Oval Sink Mixer 220mm | VV733 MB | VV733-10-1 |
| Vivid Slimline Basin Mixer | VS770 CHR | VS770-00-1 |
| Arlo Vessel Mixer 6 Star Gooseneck* | 151-7900-00 | 151-7901-00-1 |
| Pina Sink Mixer 6 Star Gooseneck* | 153-7330-40 | 153-7331-40-1 |
*Please note, that in the transition to Lead Free Tapware & Mixers, WELS ratings will not change. This excludes some of our Phoenix Builders products which are changing to 6 Star rated products.
To update your system, please contact your Account Manager or email [email protected], and we will complete any necessary submission forms or provide the relevant information.
What is the best way for our team to keep informed about the Phoenix transition to Lead Free Tapware & Mixers?
- Read our regular Sales Pack distributed bi-monthly to all merchants and trade (contact us at [email protected] if you would like to be added to the distribution list)
- Contact our Marketing Team via [email protected] for any submission form requirements or product lists.
As a merchant, what should our team do to make this transition as smooth as possible?
- Ensure you have measures in place to work through any stock you are holding.
- Update your system to include the new Lead Free codes, as they become available.
- Remember to update the product codes and pricing across all relevant touchpoints, including systems, websites, specifications, quotations and displays etc. The original product codes will also need to be removed.
- Update project specifications to include new codes for projects commencing construction after May 1st 2026.
- Regularly check our website to keep updated on which products are available. (You can also use the Lead Free filter in our drop down menu)
- Read our regular Sales Packs to ensure you are kept up to date.
