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Thanks for your help. OSHA and CDC consider Lead removal “decontamination” and not washing. I believe NIOSH patented a product and under a royalty free arrangement, Hygenall produces and sells the liquid and Hand wipes.They do not have a laundry detergent. For Lead contaminated clothing I change and bag my range garments. The recommendation is to wash the clothes separately and dry using a dryer cloth because it separates the fibers and makes any residual Lead removal easier. The washer should go through a rinse cycle before a normal cycle for family clothes. I read John’s postings and spoke to other health care professionals and agree with John’s takeaway. Wash hands and arms in cool water with Hygenall. I’m still in research mode and will share other precautions (eg wear shooting gloves) and shower immediately after returning home and before touching any family member or furniture. There are sufficient Lead Free (bullet and primer) ammunitions available (except 22LR caliber) to use those at a slight up charge in cost. I’ll add to this site or would you recommend another site for further information.