Has anyone determined if the plastic components are BPA free? If so, there should be no worries about chemicals leaching into boiling water.
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You need to read this if you believe that. http://www.motherjones.com/environment/2014/03/tritan-certichem-eastman-bpa-free-plastic-safe Tritan, and other BPA-free plastics are more dangerous than BPA. Stay away from all plastics.
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I cannot remember but I feel I must done this research before I purchased it as I know about it. I will research it again and I will let you know. Other than that I am very satisfied with it.
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there are no plastic components that would interact with the water.....only the outside base and handle are plastic, all other parts are glass and metal
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I cannot remember but I feel I must done this research before I purchased it as I know about it. I will research it again and I will let you know. It Other than that I am very satisfied with it. It ssys it is glass so I believe it should be OK.
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Leyla, where did you get your info that the filter screen plastic has BPA? It says BPA-free kettle on Cuisinart website (Product ID: CPK-17), which means any part that comes in contact with water should be BPA free... right? So the manufacturer says it's BPA-free and Leyla says something else???? Somebody help me out here?!!!!
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I inquired as to whether there was BPA in the plastic components of this kettle & received this reply: Thank you for your email and interest in Bonavita kettles. "All plastic used in our products is BPA free."
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BPA is only a problem when heated to a high temp. I wouldn't worry about it
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I also emailed Mr. Coffee about this directly. Unfortunately, the short answer is "No, it is NOT bpa-free." I have pasted the email reply I received underneath the product webpage link for this model, so if you wish you can verify that there is no mention of bpa-free plastic: http://www.mrcoffee.com/iced-tea-makers/BVMC-TM33.html ------------------------------------- Thank you for contacting Mr. Coffee, a brand of Jarden Consumer Solutions. In response to your inquiry regarding BVMC-TM33; unless it is listed on the website, it is not BPA free. 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. We appreciate your business and are happy to help if you have any further questions or concerns. Sincerely, Gordon Jarden Consumer Solutions
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I've used them to boil a few items, for convenience. They worked fine, although I'm not sure whether or not they're BPA free, it that's your concern.
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As far as I know you have no exposure to BPA from stainless steel which,except for the plastic handle and the cover,is what the kettle is made from.I would say your OK, but you may want to verify that with the manufacturer.
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I didn't find anything stating it is BPA free, but the plastic is almost like a hard acrylic type. A few times I have used it with boiling water and it looks like it cracked but its was not. I have been very happy with this beaker. On the bottom it does have 7 in the recycling and made in Germany. Hope this helps.
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My did not come in plastic containment. Because you boil it for at least 5 minutes before use, you shouldn't worry. Anything on it will be taken care of by the boiling.
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I would not advise adding hot liquids into any bpa-free plastic containers--just as I would not do such with plastic that includes bpa in it. Removing polycarbonate plastics (and epoxy resins) from plastics does not remove the toxicity. According to the Mayo Clinic, "Use alternatives. Use glass, porcelain or stainless steel containers for hot foods and liquids instead of plastic containers."I wish blender-makers would go back to simply using glass pitchers. They are easier to clean, too!
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I bought mine when 'patent was pending' and it does not say if BPA free. I would recommend calling the company. I love this pot and hope that it is BPA free. Viv in NC
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Yes, this steamer is BPA free according to it's website. Also, the steamer is stainless steel and the only plastic is on the very bottom. No plastic exists anywhere near the steam that would cause it to leach into food. I'd say this is the only stainless steel steamer on the market.
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this is a good point which I would like to know as I want to get one of these but not if an unhealthy chemical is leaching into the water from heating of the plastic. If anyone knows about this I would love to know. thanks
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I was under the impression that BPA was only a component of hard plastic products. Since the steamer is very soft and flexible, I would guess there in no BPA in it, but I don't know for sure.
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Please don't nuke plastics of any kind. These are BPA safe but once plastic is heated to high temp it wil leach out all kinds of estrogens and toxins.
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BPA safe plastic the handle is not silicone. There is no reason to be concerned about burns the handle does not heat up when the hot water is poured in.
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The kettle is stainless steel. The only plastic is the handle and switch. I have no idea if it is BPA free.