| 1. | DO NOT use abrasive cleaning materials, such as brillo pads or metal scrapers. Tin is a soft metal and should be cleaned with a soft cloth. |
| 2. | DO NOT use a cleaning agent containing high percentages of free alkali or acid. |
| 3. | DO NOT use detergent containing high percentages of tri-sodium phosphate or meta-silicate. Tin is reactive to both. |
| 4. | DO NOT subject tinned surfaces to extreme heat. The melting point of tin is approximately 450 degrees. |
| 5. | DO NOT abuse or strike the side of tinned containers with metal stirring utensils. Tin is soft and can be removed by continual abrasion. |
| 6. | DO NOT store a tinned item in a location of high humidity for long periods of time. |
| 7. | DO rinse thoroughly after washing to remove agents that may be reactive to tin. |
| 8. | If sterilizing agent containing chlorine is used. The tinned surface MUST be thoroughly rinsed. Chlorine is corrosive to tin. |
| 9. | DO dry thoroughly after rinsing and DO store in a dry environment. |
| 10. | If water is exceptionally hard, drying WILL BE NECESSARY to prevent permanent spotting. |
