Copper Water Tumbler Copper Vessel
Copper Water Tumbler Copper Vessel (Sanskrit: Tamra Jal Patra / Tamra Patra) is an instrument used in therapeutic vessels. A tumbler or vessel made of pure copper (Tamra) in which water is stored overnight and consumed in the morning (Ushapana). The copper imparts trace elements and oligodynamic antimicrobial properties to the water.
| Sanskrit name | Tamra Jal Patra / Tamra Patra |
|---|---|
| Ayurvedic category | Therapeutic Vessels |
A tumbler or vessel made of pure copper (Tamra) in which water is stored overnight and consumed in the morning (Ushapana). The copper imparts trace elements and oligodynamic antimicrobial properties to the water.
Where is it described in the classical texts?
Charaka Samhita Sutrasthana Chapter 27 (Annapanavidhi Adhyaya) discusses properties of water stored in different vessels. Sushruta Samhita and Ashtanga Hridaya reference Tamra as Tridosha-balancing. Rasaratna Samuchaya describes copper’s medicinal properties.
How is it used traditionally?
Daily drinking water (Tamra Jal) for immune support, digestive health, Tridosha balance, antimicrobial water purification, joint health, and thyroid function support. Part of Ushapana (morning water drinking) practice.
Traditional materials
- Pure copper (Tamra) - 99.5%+ purity
Modern variants
- Copper water bottles
- Copper-lined stainless steel vessels
- Copper tumblers with lids
- Copper pitchers (Lota)
Regulatory status
- India Cdsco: Not classified as a medical device. Regulated under food-grade vessel standards (FSSAI/BIS).
- Us Fda: Not regulated as a medical device. Copper vessels for food contact must comply with FDA food contact material regulations (21 CFR).
- Eu Mdr: Not classified as a medical device. Subject to EU food contact material regulations (EC 1935/2004).
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