{"product_id":"brass-shoehorn","title":"Brass Shoehorn","description":"\u003cp\u003eEach piece is 100% handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime Use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopper Is Healthy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow Should the Product Be Cared For and Used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash by hand with liquid dish detergent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not wash in a machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever let it come into contact with bleach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter washing, dry with a soft cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not clean with hard scrubbing sponges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to the nature of copper, copper-colored products can oxidize, and this is not a defect but a normal occurrence. Protecting copper from moisture may slow down darkening. In case of darkening, the exterior can be cleaned with metal cleaners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepending on use, the interior of tin-lined products may take on the color of food. Cleaning with baking soda is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor long-lasting use, wash your copper products by hand with a soft sponge and mild detergent, and keep them dry. Do not expose them to very high heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Tin Need to Be Reapplied to Products?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor copper products exposed to heat, retinning is recommended periodically (on average every 3-5 years).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopper products not exposed to heat will not need to be retinned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater is not acidic, so it does not erode tin. For this reason, products such as flasks, cups, and pitchers do not need to be retinned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow Do I Tell If the Tin Is Gone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tin coating on the interior surface of your copper product may wear away over time. If the silver-colored finish on the inside has disappeared and the reddish tone of the copper is clearly visible, or if there are areas where the coating has opened or peeled, the tin may have thinned or worn away. In this case, retinning of your product is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, it is important to specifically note that:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack spots or dark stains on the interior surface do not mean the tin is gone. This is usually a natural color change caused by use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Copper Poisonous?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, copper is not poisonous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCopper products that are properly manufactured and properly used are safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCopper is a mineral essential to the human body. Tin-lined copper pots, pans, and flasks used in daily life are suitable for contact with food. In traditional production, the interior surfaces of copper products are tin-lined; this coating keeps copper from coming into direct contact with food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, please note the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcidic foods (such as those with lemon, tomato paste, or vinegar) are not recommended for long-term contact with an unlined copper surface. For this reason, quality production and regular tin maintenance are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn summary:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔️ Tin-lined and properly manufactured copper products are safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔️ With proper use and care, they can be used safely for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e❌ Unlined and unmaintained products should not be preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen produced by skilled hands, copper is both a safe and healthy choice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"COPPERZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67995845591092,"sku":"MturkBZ-8950136864903","price":67.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/7637\/0484\/files\/brass-shoehorn-8671828.png?v=1794453133","url":"https:\/\/mallturk.com\/products\/brass-shoehorn","provider":"MALLTURK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}