My 12.8oz container was sealed correctly, but only around half full when I opened it. Is this typical? It seems to be a waste of space.
889049
Yes the container is deceiving. You are correct. Total waste of space. But I have ordered bit twice and both were the same.
530443
It takes a good deal of pressure to fully open, you have to continue with the same amount of pressure to keep it open, and it closes immediately upon release. I think this might not be the right bottle for you.
17425
I poured a whole bag of food in it & it was only 1/2 full. I returned it bcuz it didnt work properly. Good luck
2161995
My best guess is that something in the bag was a little bit damp when you packed it. It doesn't take much water to create mildew when a package is sealed up for a long period of time. I think that if you could really get all of the air out of the bag, you wouldn't have the musty mildew odor. But it isn't really possible to get ALL of the air out of the bag, so there you have it.
1368164
I just folded the top over and clipped it shut. I was just thinking the other day I ought to take out a small jar full to use and use my vacuum sealer to seal up the rest. There's so much in the bag!
1648630
It sounds like you may be missing the seal. It's a little round white/clearish piece that is between the lid and and the tip up piece.
334034
I've often bought this product locally at my grocery store or drug store and I don't recall it being half full. I understand the need for air space to shake the product in order to mix it's contents but the on-line purchased bottle seemed a bit too generous with the air! I was a bit disappointed. But the product is awesome.
2036887
Use half save the rest in a reusable container and you should be good as long as the container is seal
407913
yes, it was sealed. I was a little surprised at how small it was, but then realized I didn't need much.
1464320
Maybe you put too much in the jar. Does it do this for liquids only or for provisions and grains as well? If so it just might mean you put too much.
948217
When I got it, it was sealed and full size. It lasts long so I haven't ordered it lately so am not sure if it is the same though. I will order it soon as well.
1786544
I just got mine and retail packaging is the same packaging that you would get if you bought it off the shelf. It was not opened in any way. Sometimes you'll see the term bulk packaging. That means it was taken out of the original box and it's shipped loose, usually in a little clear plastic bag. It may or may not be used. My guess is that someone bought it, tried it and returned it.
690188
I think it's because it's packed in water. Our shipping was costly too. What upset us was that when we opened the box we found there tiny holes in the containers and we had to throw away most of it.
1726436
I usually mix one container full and use almost all of it at one time, but have had leftovers that I add a new batch to without problem. I try not to mix more than I can use at one time.
1596169
No! That is absolutely NOT normal. It must have leaked (this happened to me once). Contact the company through amazon and they will send you a refund. They need to figure out a better way to ship these bottles to prevent leakage!!
719953
I never thought to ask when I purchased it. I use is very sparingly and am not concerned since I store nothing in it. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
1838762
If you take it out of the container..I think I received a defective product. All are not defective BUT to return the product is now $32.00.. Hope you receive a good one.. Hope this helped you...