is kdm gold harmful?
Hi krishika,
KDM gold refers to gold jewellery made using a soldering alloy of cadmium and gold. This technique was once quite popular because it helped in creating intricate designs and strong joints at a lower cost. However, cadmium is a toxic metal, and prolonged exposure to it, especially for jewellery artisans can lead to serious health issues like skin irritation, lung damage, and kidney problems.
The government banned KDM gold in India due to its harmful effects and replaced it by hallmarked “916 BIS” gold, which uses safer alternatives like zinc instead of cadmium. When buying jewellery look for the BIS Hallmark to ensure purity and safety.