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Clean Water, Harsh Chemicals: How Corzan® CPVC Compares to Metal and Other Plastics for Plumbing Applications

The treatment chemicals used to eliminate bacteria, viruses, microorganisms and other contaminants to make potable water safe for human consumption are harsh. The pipes that carry potable water must resist not only the water itself but also these chemicals that make the water safe to drink. And they must do this without corroding, leaching or leaking.

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That is why selecting the right material is critical to system performance, efficiency and longevity for any application handling potable water. 

In this whitepaper, we explore this topic in detail, examining:

  • Considerations for water purity
  • Commonly used piping materials and how they handle potable water and the residual amounts of the corrosive chemicals used in water treatment
  • What makes CPVC an ideal choice for many potable water plumbing applications
  • Why Corzan® CPVC is the highest quality CPVC on the market and provides the superior reliability and long service life required for potable water 

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