Consumer Reports released new findings after testing five reader-requested chocolate protein powders for lead and other heavy metals. The nonprofit organization previously revealed in late 2025 that it had found surprisingly high levels of lead in the majority of 23 protein powders that it tested. This time, Consumer Reports revealed that the protein powders it analyzed most recently contained acceptable levels of lead per serving, pointing to inconsistency across the industry. Consumer Reports made major waves in October when it revealed the results of its investigation into 23 protein powders, sharing that some of the most popular options on the market contained a concerning amount of lead — and not by a small margin.