The medical qualities of the mineral waters of Shintara are decried by many in the scientific community as nonsense. This has not stopped widespread rumours that water from the planet can cure almost any ailment, and even reverse the ageing process. The company that controls the source of this water are happy to allow the rumours to continue, and people all over the galaxy are willing to pay a small fortune for the real thing.
— In-Game Description
The Waters of Shintara are a specific item of Medicines in the world of Elite Dangerous.
Rare goods increase in value the further you travel from their point of purchase.