I use this formula for making stannous and I always have the same results no matter what the

source of the scrap is: 1) 2 grams of pure powdered tin 2) 30 mL 32% HCl 3) Heat until fizzing begins (this takes around 10 seconds depending on your heat source) 4) Stop heating and let react uncovered until the solution clears, the solution should be colorless. 5) Store in a sealed container out of direct sunlight 6) Undissolved tin should remain in the storage vessel at all times 6) Test against known PM solution once per week or when you suspect it is not working Here's the photos of the positive swabs and the Rhodium stannous test: