Nissan? Thermos? I'm hoping someone can explain the Nissan/Thermos connection for me. So this is a Japanese (Nissan) design manufactured by Thermos (an American company) in China (where their labor is done since it's cheaper).Is that the gist of it?I don't understand the Nissan/Thermos connection. Nissan? Thermos? I'm hoping someone can explain the Nissan/Thermos connection for me. So this is a Japanese (Nissan) design manufactured by Thermos (an American company) in China (where their... » Read More Nissan? Thermos? I'm hoping someone can explain the Nissan/Thermos connection for me. So this is a Japanese (Nissan) design manufactured by Thermos (an American company) in China (where their labor is done since it's cheaper).Is that the gist of it?I don't understand the Nissan/Thermos connection. « Show Less
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Nissan (Nippon Sanso) is the parent company, but the products are all branded Thermos, now. Nissan bought Thermos in 1989.
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I think Thermos may have licensed their name and perhaps technology to Nissan. But it is just my impression from things I have read.
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I call Thermos L.L.C. - Corporate Headquarters and asked them at 475 N. Martingale RoadSuite 1100Schaumburg, ILUSA 60173Phone: 847-439-7821 and thay said China.
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The label states that it's made in China. Your question sparked my curiousity about the company's origin, so I found the following link: http://www.thermos.com/history.aspx
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It is an Italian company who still does most of their assembly in Italy. They do make parts for at least some of their things in china, but is still considered a made in Italy company which is why there is no "made in china" seal or marking on it. It is sealed at the bottom with: ETU listed for Canada and the US. There is a head quarters in the US De'Longhi America Inc. 2 Park Way & Route 17 S Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458http://www.delonghi.com/en-US/customer-service/Above is a website that can give you more information or you can contact them with further questions. I personally love this appliance and cant imagine not having it. It is an Italian company who still does most of their assembly in Italy. They do make parts for at least some of their things in china, but is still considered a made in Italy company which is why there is no "made in china" seal or marking on it. It is sealed at the bottom with: ETU listed for Canada and the US. There is a head quarters in the US De'Longhi America Inc. 2 Park Way & Route 17 S Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458http://www.delonghi.com/en-US/customer-service/Above is a website that can give you more information or you... » Read More It is an Italian company who still does most of their assembly in Italy. They do make parts for at least some of their things in china, but is still considered a made in Italy company which is why there is no "made in china" seal or marking on it. It is sealed at the bottom with: ETU listed for Canada and the US. There is a head quarters in the US De'Longhi America Inc. 2 Park Way & Route 17 S Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458http://www.delonghi.com/en-US/customer-service/Above is a website that can give you more information or you can contact them with further questions. I personally love this appliance and cant imagine not having it. « Show Less
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It has US patents but where else is nearly everything made? ChinaIt does keep my coffee hot for 8 hours or more. I've had warm coffee the next morning while traveling.
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I had wash my thermos so I can get all of the stuff that trapped behind the gasket etc. There's a much better thermos out there at a lower price. This is the one I upgraded too. http://www.amazon.com/Thermos-Stainless-King-24-Ounce-Midnight/dp/B008JC76XA/ref=pd_bxgy_k_text_z it holds more food and costs less than the one you're looking to buy.
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I don't like that they say "handcrafted in America", and they use American made steel. But people on here are saying it's made in China. I don't see how they can do that unless by saying handcrafted in America, somehow that doesn't mean "made in the USA". Also, if you read in another paragraph it says the interior is aluminum. That might heat more evenly and hold heat longer, but I won't use aluminum to heat and then drink out of.
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Mine has Made In China or Partially assembled in China. This is to be expected. Even Apple makes 99% of their product in China. Japan can't even compete with China's system. My brother had this ame drill/driver for five years used to convert new cars to Police and Fire vehicles. Never failed him. That's why I bought it.
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It says the glass part is made in Japan and other parts are made in China - I guess the frothier made in China too.
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Sorry I don't remember if it said Japan. I have owned and gifted several of these water thermos. The different brands are just the same. The important thing is to use reverse osmosis water to prevent calcium build up and prolong the life of the machine. I hope that helps.
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Mine is also made in Thailand, kept my water hot overnight up in the sub temperatures of Kilimanjaro. Japan made ones are probably very difficult to find now.
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Not etched in the metal but like a decal or something. Not obtrusive, if that's your worry. "Thermos" is in letters 50% bigger than "Nissan" and Nissan letters are ~1/4" tall.
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I went to the Thermos website, they state all of their products are BPA Free, including the 61 oz Nissan bottle. Buy it, you will not be disappointed.
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It comes in a box, and there are some papers inside, and it even has a neat little strap packed in the box so you can carry it. But if you buy this Nissan Thermos you'd be spoiled for anything else. This thing will keep coffee hot enough to drink for over twenty four hours, no kidding. You can take this thermos bottle full of coffee and it will be hot all day long, and I mean steaming hot. This is the best thermos I've ever seen or heard about.
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the one I have says thermos. these are the best travel mugs. I have had one for 20 years.
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The origin for the company is Japan. but I'm not sure if all the parts are made in japan because some parts are made in China.
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I have been wondering the same question. It doesn't look like they sell the thermo flask by itself. Wish they would......