Tin is a silver colored, ductile metal whose major application is to impart solderability to therwise unsoderable base metals. Tin has generally good covering characteristics over a wide rande of shapes. It is an electrolytic process. Tin and its salts are reported to be non-toxic and non-carcinogenic and are approved for food contact applications. Tin does not tarnish easily and can serve as a low cost decorative finish, although care must be excercised in handling as tin is a soft, ductile finish that can scratch or mar easily. Tin is a good electrical conductor and offers corrosion protection.