Tin Water Test

Humans exposed to high levels of tin have suffered from stomach aches, anemia, and liver and kidney problems. Tin can enter a water supply from soil or from certain types of plumbing pipes.

Is Tin in My Water Harmful?
Tin can enter your drinking water from plumbing that contains bronze or pewter, or it can enter from plumbing solder. If your water is corrosive, contamination with tin becomes more likely. While tin by itself is not particularly toxic, some tin compounds are very toxic, causing breathing problems, vomiting and headaches. One tin compound is associated with infertility.

How Much Does a Tin Water Test Cost?
If you find tin in your water with this $30 test, an ion exchange water system can remove it.