Do these work as freezer bags?
1568187
I would not use them with food. The size large are not any bigger than the biggest food storage bags, but because they are not marketed for use with food, they don't have to follow the same regulations and so on that things meant to be used with food do. If you wanted to, you could call the Ziploc question line and ask them if they are food safe, but I'd actually go with the Hefty jumbo 2.5 gallon - about the same capacity, but at least they're marketed to be safe for use with food, and to be safe in the microwave (if you had a microwave big enough to hold one).
1568188
A bit late... behind in email... I wouldn't suggest using them in freezers. My experience was not a good one in that seal was poor, and that did not involve any sort of refrigeration. For putting stuff in a freezer, a FoodSaver is best. Of course, that has its limits in sizes.
1568189
I would think they might. The seal is pretty tight. The bag is real thick and can hold a lot of weight. I ordered 10 boxes to put games in for a fair the school has. My husband puts his thick work jumpsuit in one when it gets dirty.
1566305
Yes, they are ideal fir freezing. I have used them for two years nearly and I freeze most of the food I bag.
190773
These are light duty insulated bags. They are good for taking to the grocery store to help items stay frozen, cold, or hot for a short amount of time. I would not use them as a cooler for an extend amount of time nor would I put ice in them unless it was sealed in plastic bags or the man made "blue ice" packs.
1725436
Yes. I use them to freeze soup. But, I seal the top with plastic wrap as a precautionary measure.
2086960
Have not attempted this, but I feel confident that they would hold up for a single use if they went immediately into the freezer. I am equally confident that they would NOT hold up for more than a single use and/or if the water were significantly hot when put into the container. Hope that helps.
522630
Yes! I use mine for freezing all kinds of things. The only drawback is (and this happens in any condition, not just the freezer) every once in a while they "unvacuum" It usually happens quickly because of not zipping them tightly enough, but sometimes it is because of a bad bag or small hole in the bag, so I check in a day or two to avoid freezer burn, stale food, etc.
1822882
there is no reason why they wouldn't work very well for the particular issue you are concerned about.... just be sure that they fit into the small spaces mosts freezers have... THEY ARE MADE OF A HIGH QUALITY STAINLESS STEEL AND WILL NOT RUST.
1923941
I have not used them on freezer bags, so I would prefer not to say one way or the other.
677821
Hi 'Mom' ... These are good quality bags I don't see why they would not work for food. The only problem is when they are re-closed they are Very difficult to re-open. I would not recomend for young childern, or for things like Trail mix, that means having to re-open often.
1329370
I have used them to freeze leftovers. As long as there is enough room left for the contents to expand when frozen, it should be fine.
1819894
Yes, I was able to put them in the freezer. The only problem I had was the lids don't stay on very well and it's not a complete seal if the lids do stay put.
214739
It is my understanding these containers are intended for dry storage - beans, flour,pasta, sugar, etc. I don't recall reading anything about freezer use.
423050
Absolutely NOT. These bags are not suitable for food or perishables. They are not air tight.
1716794
if you freeze the bags flat, they are too wide for the container. They do, however, fit very well into the top.
34844
My understanding is the bags are not for freezer use, so the answer is no. To do that you'd need to purchase their bigger food saver sealing machine.
1159848
Yes they will work fine. These are great bags and very durable. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.
951449
Yes it would, but that seems like a hassle to try to fill them after they are already in the freezer. Please you cannot stack these until they are frozen. They are good trays other than being too flimsy to fill and move and being non-stackable