Food grade PVC or not?

[DanishReefer]

I heard alot of talking about wheter or not to use food grade pvc.

Is it really that important, does it make a difference in the average reef tank? And if it matters, what are the consequenses?

I ask because i have PVC tube, hose and fittings available at my work. But it isnt food grade.

Anybody that runs their systems with just "normal" pvc?

Thank you!
Victor

 

[T-J]

I just use PVC from Lowes or Home Depot. Not sure what makes it "food grade", but it's used in everyone's home for transporting water, so it must be safe!
If I can use it, so can my tank.

 

[h20cyclone]

Food grade PVC just doesn't contain any BPA's in it and is measured at higher standard then regular PVC. You'll be more then fine with the regular stuff.