Vinyl Tube For Auto Siphon Plastic Smell

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I just bought new tube for my auto siphon and I noticed it has a strong plastic smell. I cleaned it with PBW and then ran water through it, but it still has that smell. The tube is food grade. I am worried if I use this auto siphon it will effect the taste or smell of my beer. Am I overthinking it or is this an actual concern?
 
I doubt it will be an issue, but you could always pour a small amount and try it before doing the whole batch.
 
The vinyl needs to outgas. Place it in sunlight, or warm it up (110 F max) and let air circulate around it, in a week it'll be nearly gone.

I leave mine by the heating vent for a week or two.

As for flavor, it doesn't have enough contact time to really make a difference.
 

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