Is this the copolyester, polypropylene and thermoplastic elastomer version or the Polycarbonate version?
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I wasn't sure. The box just says that it's BPA free. So, I looked up information at the AeroPress product site: "The AeroPress is made of three different plastics. The clear chamber and plunger are made of copolyester. The hard black filter cap, filter holder, funnel, and stirrer are made of polypropylene. The rubber like seal on the end of the plunger is made of a thermoplastic elastomer. All of these materials are FDA approved for use in contact with food. None of these materials contain bisphenol-A (BPA) or any phthalates, chemicals that have been in the news lately because of possible health effects. Aerobie has been shipping AeroPress coffee makers made of the materials described above since August 1st, 2009." This is quoted directly from the AeroPress site: http://aerobie.com/Products/Details/AeroPressMaterialsDescription.htm. There is much more information there to read. Finally, since they have been making the AeroPress with the aforementioned materials since August 2009, I think you can be assured that you will get those materials regardless of where you buy an AeroPress now.
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it's certainly not polycarbonate. It can be found online somewhere but it's for sure microwave safe
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Hi About durability. our Vinyl Ester resin (71590) is better. About yelowing, the polyester is probably a bit better.
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per manufacturer website: "FAQ's WHAT IS BPA AND HOW IS PROGRESSIVE HANDLING IT? Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical commonly used to make polycarbonate plastic, a clear, shatter-proof material. Progressive makes a conscious effort to avoid these materials when designing and producing our kitchen products. We do however have two items in our line that are made from polycarbonate, our Microwave Butter Melter and Drip-less Poultry Baster. - See more at: http://progressiveintl.com/index.php/pages/faqs#item7
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I don't know where Sandra got the idea it is BPA free. The clear plastic that contacts the popcorn when heated is labeled PC for recycling. Polycarbonate is not BPA free. I agree that you should not buy it.
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for more detail I looked up Polypropylene specifically - Question was is polypropylene BPA free and the answer = YES. Polypropylene does not contain any of the following phthalates:Dibutyl, Benzylbutyl, Diisodecyl, Di-N-Hexyl, Bis-2-ethylhexyl.
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Polycarbonate has a density of about 1.2 g/cm^3. The 12"x12" sheet has a volume of (.23622 cm)(29.845 cm)^2 or 210.4 cm^3 which gives it a weight of about 252.5 grams.
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I guess it is polycarbonate. Not sure just know it is a plastic with ribbing in the middle..Seems to be holding up ok.
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Made with durable, non-toxic engineering-grade thermoplastic urethane. (from their website)
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On the back of the container "#5 PP" :Plastic #5 - Polypropylene (PP) is a thermoplastic polymer. It is strong, tough, has a high resistance to heat and acts as a barrier to moisture. That the only information I can give on this product.
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This coffee maker is made of Polycarbonates (PC) and continue to be recognized as safe for food contact applications by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). JCS purchases Polycarbonates (PC) from trusted suppliers, who monitor to ensure what they sell complies with all current federal, state and local health and safety regulations.
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sodium bicarbonate(baking soda), PEG/PPG-38/8 copolymer, PEG/PPG-116/66 copolymer, sodium carbonate peroxide, silica, water, sodium saccharin, flavor, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate
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At Jarden Consumer Solutions (JCS), we are committed to producing trusted household products that meet or exceed applicable product standards. BPA is a key component in the production of polycarbonate plastics. Polycarbonates (PC) are used in a variety of applications in the appliance industry where strength, durability and clarity are required. BPA is also present in certain thermo set epoxies used in coatings, adhesives, paints, etc. Phthalates are primarily used in vinyl to make the material more pliable/flexible. A vast majority of our products are made from BPA free plastics such as Polypropylene (PP), Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS), Styrene-Acrylonitrile (SAN), High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS), Polyethylene (PE), etc. and inorganic materials such as glass, which do not contain BPA. Currently, Polycarbonates (PC) continue to be recognized as safe for food contact applications by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). JCS purchases Polycarbonates (PC) from trusted suppliers, who monitor to ensure what they sell complies with all current federal, state and local health and safety regulations.
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Hello- this is Ruthy from The Handy House. There are 3 different sized wet containers all made with BPA-free Eastman Tritan® copolyester. Hope that helps- none are glass. You can count on Vitamix for quality and they will back up their products.
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Source uses a co-extruded polyethylene film in this product. It is BPA and phthalate free.
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It is a polycarbonate type plastic and does not clearly label itself as BPA free, so i would say that it is extremely like that indeed it is not BPA free.
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Hi Kris: Yes the P5 is made of polypropylene. Thank You, WaterFiltersOnline
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We did contact the company and here is their response: "Thank you for taking interest in our Tovolo product. Our Microwave Collapsible Covers are made from Polypropylene (PP) Plastics and are BPA Free with recycle # of 5. Let me know if you have any further questions. Regards, T. Molina, Tovolo - ICI USA, LLC"