What # plastic are the tops of the jars made from? Is it # 7 which is considered a safety hazard?? Thanks in advance.
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it is not a rubber plastic it is a hard plastic and i don't know what kind of it, it is safe.
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FYI: the yogurt is NOT "cooked" (incubated?) with the plastic tops. The glass jars are uncovered in the yogurt maker and the tops should never come in direct contact with the yogurt itself. After the yogurt has finished incubating (I let mine "cook" about 6-7 hours), I just put the tops on lightly so the yogurt can "breathe" while it cools down in the fridge. After the yogurt is cold (several hours), I then securely close the tops. I don't like plastic, but I don't mind these. They just protect the yogurt and keep it fresh.
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good question plastics worry me sometimes hot liquid and any plastic doesn't seem like a healthy idea even if it is sosingly heat safe, I'd ask who makes this and what tests have been done on this type of plastic to ensure safety.
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I have yet to find the glass jars from this company other then at the company it self. I have always found it most amazing that an organic company places item in plastic....I don't buy into the so called safe plastic. It is still plastic which from my experiences still changes the taste of anything it comes into contact with. Nativia sell this > 23 fl oz Glass $14.99 < at their site. Unfortunately I think it is the only size they carry that come in glass.
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Rather than comment on whether my container is BPA free I suggest determining whether your container is BPA free. You never know when or if they may switch materials. You can check this by looking for the number inside the recycle triangle. A "7" inside the recycle triangle indicates that the plastic is not BPA free - but not all "7"s contain BPA. A "2","4" or "5" in the triangle indicates it is BPA free and the safest. Your best bet is to ask the mfg'r. Mine is BPA free. To say it is food grade and therefore safe is a bit misleading. Plastics 1 through 7 are all used with food and so are food grade. However, like "7", some have cautions regarding use. Mine is BPA free.
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Lids are made from BPA-free polypropylene and have a silicone seal. Ideal situation, of course, would be no plastic. But as long as the food rests safely in the glass portion, it's about as good as it gets. Wean Greens and Glasslocks are simply awesome!
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Thanks for the info! I broke my old 1 1/2 quart corningware -- and didn't realize the new stuff wasn't safe on the stove top. Why did they change a good thing?
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The jars are plastic with a plastic lid. Should not be a problem at an airport.
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This one that I purchased are Metal lids. I have no idea if they are BPA free...doesn't say on jar or box.
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The jar itself is a hard plastic, however the pull back handle (the purple part shown in the product image) is NOT heat resistant and will warp.
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The jar is made out of thin plastic, although it might still break if dropped onto a hard surface, especially if you purchase the 5 lb container. The lids from my past couple of purchases seem to seal pretty tight so you shouldn't have to worry as much about evaporation.
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Jerry I went and looked at the wrapper around the bottle and i am sorry to say it does not say. I would recommend going to rubbermaid web site and checking there. I know before I bought them I checked what number the plastic was and it was safe to reuse and that's why I bought them. i love them by the way.
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I tried using glass bottles, but over time - not very long - the caps started leaking. At first they were a perfect fit, no leaking. I think the glass is too hard and sharp for the plastic. I reverted to plastic and had no more problems. I don't like plastic either, but I don't think (but am not sure) that the TJ's water bottles I use have BPA in them, or phthalates. TJ's is normally pretty conscientious about trying not to poison their customers. And by now, I've already been exposed to so many carcinogens etc. over so many years that I figure a few more years of soda bottles won't do that much more damage. I tried using glass bottles, but over time - not very long - the caps started leaking. At first they were a perfect fit, no leaking. I think the glass is too hard and sharp for the plastic. I reverted to plastic and had no more problems. I don't like plastic either, but I don't think (but am not sure) that the TJ's water bottles I use have BPA in them, or phthalates. TJ's is normally pretty conscientious about trying not to poison their customers. And by now, I've already been exposed to so many carcinogens etc. over so many years that I figure a few more years of soda bottles won't do that... » Read More I tried using glass bottles, but over time - not very long - the caps started leaking. At first they were a perfect fit, no leaking. I think the glass is too hard and sharp for the plastic. I reverted to plastic and had no more problems. I don't like plastic either, but I don't think (but am not sure) that the TJ's water bottles I use have BPA in them, or phthalates. TJ's is normally pretty conscientious about trying not to poison their customers. And by now, I've already been exposed to so many carcinogens etc. over so many years that I figure a few more years of soda bottles won't do that much more damage. « Show Less
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No Lawrence F. you did not understand the question, there is a number on the bottom of most if not all plastic containers for specific type of plastic which is what Sandra B was asking for and not how many jars, pardon the interruption.
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There are couple of seller list under this listing. I cannot guaranteed theirs but the jars we sell have special BPA free lids and you can use them for foods. They can also be waterbath for the jams.
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I have encountered these warnings on other plastics, even my trampoline. I called the company on a couple of things, and they said by law CALIFORNIA must give this warning if there are plastic components. Is the warning from California? I don't think I would like the water (or condensation) coming in contact with a plastic lid, though. If the plastic is BPA free, it would be less of a concern. Mayo has this to say about BPA: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-living/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/expert-answers/bpa/faq-20058331
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While I have not put solvents or chemicals in them, they're made of the same plastics that a larger plastic bottle is made of so I would assume it would be safe. But I don't have personal experience with solvents or chemicals in these jars.
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Avoid using #7 plastics as much as possible-it is a mixed bag and you never quite know what kind of plastic is included in the mix. i have emailed this company asking them to explain to me how it can be bpa free and still be a number 7, waiting for the reply.