Brass pertains to an alloy of copper and zinc. Brass is yellow in color, and though harder than either of its constituents, it is appropriately malleable for jewelry making.

See also:
"Brass" is in the UNSPSC Code "30101510"
Brass angles

Ref: 122778/2006-10-03


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