Are the zipper bags and containers, freezer safe? Or is it better to get one of the regular/countertop Foodsaver products to freeze food?
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The Vacuum Zipper bags and containers are designed for refrigerator items, such as deli meats and cheeses, that you access everyday. We do not recommend using them for long-term freezer storage. The FoodSaver heat seal bags are ideal for the freezer.
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I use other containers for freezer. Anyway, these are safe for use in freezer too. Here is what specification says: "Containers are safe for refrigerator and freezer use; however when exposed to extreme temperature fluctuations the Container lid may lift due to changes in air pressure." http://www.oxo.com/download/GG_1071394_webinstruction.pdf
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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.
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I've not frozen mine but I would think it may warp the lids on the containers. I'd suggest buying a small box at your grocery store to try it first. If it works get thisbox because its so much more economical tho!
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Hello JeanneB, I have not tried what you are asking about, but from what I have read so far, as long as the food in the container does not thaw when you remove it from the Freezer, it should be OK to re-seal and re-freeze for later use. I believe that since you have opened the food to new air and contaminates, the shelf life will have been compromised, but if you use the food up within a reasonably short amount of time, you should be fine. The FoodSaver sealer is very handy for re-sealing those foods that you didn't use all of.
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I do not always use a plastic bag with freeze-tite. Freeze-tite does a great job of keeping the food from freezer burn but sometimes I wrap items individually and then keep them together with a plastic bag. I love freeze-tite and would never be without it, I use it many times a day because it is much cheaper than plastic bags.
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I don't currently have a Ziplock Freezer bag on hand for a comparison, I would say that these bags are of the same thickness. I use them all the time for marinating meat and they have never split or punctured or leaked. I will buy them again.
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Hello J. Tullier!I'd think any of those would be fine.....think of them as a raisin....which could be stored all 3 ways w/the freezer extending the life the best!
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Wendy and Larry's answers are both good. I've had an opened bag for over six months without any problem and haven't resorted to a freezer.
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I freeze foods in them. I really don't keep it long enough to know if it causes freezer burn. The lid snaps securely so I think it is a good seal. You would just have to try it.
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I guess that depends on the size of your freezer. This is a gallon jug of quality with a sealable top. I would tend to use freezer bags and not risk breaking this jug in the freezer. Good freezing. JH
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I have use these bags to store food items, however I would use freezer bags when storing in the refrigerator. Three and a half cups will allow the zip lock to secure closing of the bag.
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Food Saver Bags will work properly. I buy whatever is on sale. The different brands all work as good as the others. The Seal-A-Meal however, is the better sealer of the brands I have tried.
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The manufacturer says the big bags are food safe but should not be used in the microwave. The seal is very sturdy and dependable. If you are putting the plastic box into the bag, it should work fine as an extra layer of protection. If you are putting the kimchee in the bag and then into the box, I wonder if it wouldn't be more convenient to use several one-gallon sized freezer bags. Good luck!
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I freeze jars all the time. As long as you leave head room for expansion there shouldn't be a problem. Also, no huge temp changes! I wouldn't put hot leftovers in a jar, seal it, and freeze it. Nor take a frozen something out to the microwave or oven. As long as you have decent quality canning jars, they survive well!
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Hi, I LOVE this product! I normally use 2 1- gallon freezer bags. They freeze wonderfully and stay fresh in the fridge for weeks if they last that long:)
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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.