Soft setting, slow drying, For use with water, hot or cold, Lubricates and protects threads, Allows for immediate pressurization on pipes up to 2", Lead free and contains no other metals, For pressure up to 12,000 psi with liquids, and 2,600 psi with gases, Do not use on ABS or CPVC, Ideal for a wide variety of fluids and gasses including potable water