Is the cover BPA-free and microwave safe as well? Or do you have to remove it to microwave?
1964508
I don't know about the PBA, but one of my lids got melt holes in it when I microwaved it. The lids do OK when microwaved a very short time, but over two minutes was a bad idea. Also, the container gets very hot when you microwave it, so you need to use a towel or pot holders. I pack a dish towel with my lunch and use that as a cover and so I don't get burnt taking it out of the microwave.
1964509
You can buy leak-proof lids (gray) on eBay to replace the blue ones. It has a plug in the top that you open for microwaving so gases can escape. If you try to transport your lunch in these containers with the blue lids, the contents invariably leak out.
1964510
I don't know2 if the cover is BPA-free and I never put it in the microwave as there is a potential that it could explode as it is a tight lid.
1964511
Tandy, I agree with A. Jenkins comment. I don't put anything rubbery or metallic in the microwave. My wife and I buy cheap paper plates without any coating and put one of them on top of plates, jars, or any vessel we put in the microwave. The plates keep food from spattering and speed up the heating process a bit by enclosing whatever is under them.
345017
I have indeed microwaved this but i handwash it due to the lid...dont microwave with plastic lid on of course
1287299
It states microwave safe on the info. I have used it in the microwave with no problems.
24228
Yes & microwave safe too. I use it for my toddler as his lunch box. So happy with it i bought 2!
301922
I no longer have the packing insert describing the item. However, I can tell you the insert and lid are plastic but I'm sure it's BPA free. I bought a second one because my needs sometimes require 2. I am an vegetarian. I never used the insert in either one. I just place vegetables with the little water remaining from cleaning and it works fine for me. The first one's inside dish discolored perhaps from yrs of use. Honestly I don't think it's ceramic but it's safe and made for microwave cooking and safer than using plastic covering. I was looking for a second one that was larger and deeper and thought this was it. It turned out to be the same one and size. Sorry I can't be more helpful. Elaine I no longer have the packing insert describing the item. However, I can tell you the insert and lid are plastic but I'm sure it's BPA free. I bought a second one because my needs sometimes require 2. I am an vegetarian. I never used the insert in either one. I just place vegetables with the little water remaining from cleaning and it works fine for me. The first one's inside dish discolored perhaps from yrs of use. Honestly I don't think it's ceramic but it's safe and made for microwave cooking and safer than using plastic covering. I was looking for a second one that was larger and deeper... » Read More I no longer have the packing insert describing the item. However, I can tell you the insert and lid are plastic but I'm sure it's BPA free. I bought a second one because my needs sometimes require 2. I am an vegetarian. I never used the insert in either one. I just place vegetables with the little water remaining from cleaning and it works fine for me. The first one's inside dish discolored perhaps from yrs of use. Honestly I don't think it's ceramic but it's safe and made for microwave cooking and safer than using plastic covering. I was looking for a second one that was larger and deeper and thought this was it. It turned out to be the same one and size. Sorry I can't be more helpful. Elaine « Show Less
361593
I have not used them in the microwave yet. I would think taking it off would be ideal but really don't know.
1780794
It is microwave safe but you shouldn't have to use it in the microwave. Just put it on after you heat up water for tea and let it sit for a couple of minutes.
1490362
IMO, most of the answers to this question miss the point. Dishwasher safe? Sure. Microwave safe? No. It's plastic! The real risk is damage to humans who eat food from microwaved plastic, not damage to the plastic product itself. As the manufacturer said in it's answer, they don't recommend microwaving anything plastic.
538000
Personally I never microwave any thing plastic - BPA is only one of many chemicals. You are far better off heating something up in glass/ceramic. I will only use this for cold lunches. For Hot lunches I have a stainless steel soup container from LL Bean or I use a glass/pyrex storage container.
342929
I haven't microwaved, but it is dishwasher safe. I mostly hand wash only because the glass is thin. Be careful not to let it bump into any other dishes. I cracked mine that way, so that's why I bought two.
1374905
No, this cup is not microwave safe. No microwave symbol on the bottom. It is BPA free and dishwasher safe.
2141383
Not at all. I've used this for about 4 mos now without any issues. Food is hot and microwave is clean.
1341442
It is microwave safe and there are inaccessible areas in the lid. I have had good luck putting my lid in the dishwasher, but without the dishwasher it is hard to get all the gunk out.
1670267
I really don't know if it is microwave safe or not! The base description says dishwasher safe and those two attributes are NOT inter-changable. Unless I see it specified, I do not assume that it is. You may have to contact the manufacturer. Good luck with your search.
2001057
The lid is plastic, and yes, it is microwave safe. The bowl is ceramic, the bottom plastic, and if you put it in the microwave to do say rice, when you take it out, the bottom is cool, the lid is warmish, and the bowl is warmish or a little more. I treasure mine.. I use it for my evening meal, and that is to say the bowl is fairly large so you can do rice and veggies and wind up with a good meal. Good stuff this bowl.
265337
The product box does not mention BPA. It does give microwave directions. I don't use it in the microwave, I use wax paper. Look at stretchtite.com
923074
If your talking about the "ceramic crock" that you place your food in then yes, its removable. It is also microwave-safe and oven proof.