The Teknor Apex Neverkink Boat & Camper drinking water safe hose is made with a patented technology called NTS® Reflex Mesh®. This patented anti-kink technology guarantees that the hose will not kink or tangle. Manufactured with F.D.A. sanctioned materials this drinking water safe hose is lead-free, complying with the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act. The female Thum Thing coupling provides an easy attachment to the faucet. All Neverkink hoses come with a Lifetime Guarantee and are proudly made in the USA.