Has anyone used these for freezer bags? I'm looking for the 5 gal size in freezer bags but have not found any.
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I don't see why you couldn't, but they are huge (you can put large chunks of animal in them). You would probably still want to heat seal for long term storage to avoid possible freezer burn.
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I have only used these bags for storing dry non-perishable foods. But you can get heavy Duty Storage bags in large sizes from STOR IT and HOME STORE both available at the Dollar Tree. And Ziploc makes large storage bags available at Wal-Mart. The ones from Dollar Tree are clear with no writing on them. The Ziploc bags are blue and have the company logos on them. They come in L 15 in X 15 in. (About the size of a 2 gallon Ziploc freezer bag.) The also have XL 20.5 in. X17 in. and XXL which are 2 ft. X 20 in. (10 gallon size) I use these bags for all sorts things. They have a small hand hold on top for easy carry. They are really a little thicker that freezer bags, but I think you might give them a try. I have only used these bags for storing dry non-perishable foods. But you can get heavy Duty Storage bags in large sizes from STOR IT and HOME STORE both available at the Dollar Tree. And Ziploc makes large storage bags available at Wal-Mart. The ones from Dollar Tree are clear with no writing on them. The Ziploc bags are blue and have the company logos on them. They come in L 15 in X 15 in. (About the size of a 2 gallon Ziploc freezer bag.) The also have XL 20.5 in. X17 in. and XXL which are 2 ft. X 20 in. (10 gallon size) I use these bags for all sorts things. They have a small hand hold... » Read More I have only used these bags for storing dry non-perishable foods. But you can get heavy Duty Storage bags in large sizes from STOR IT and HOME STORE both available at the Dollar Tree. And Ziploc makes large storage bags available at Wal-Mart. The ones from Dollar Tree are clear with no writing on them. The Ziploc bags are blue and have the company logos on them. They come in L 15 in X 15 in. (About the size of a 2 gallon Ziploc freezer bag.) The also have XL 20.5 in. X17 in. and XXL which are 2 ft. X 20 in. (10 gallon size) I use these bags for all sorts things. They have a small hand hold on top for easy carry. They are really a little thicker that freezer bags, but I think you might give them a try. « Show Less
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FWIW, I have had a half dozen similar bags, and if ice cubes are put into them, eventually they leak... To keep them from leaking, either use "blue ice" frozen packs or put the ice cubes in ziplock bags...
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Yes they do. And very well. If you intend to vacuum seal shrimp, put them in a "Freezer Ziplock Bag" without sealing it first, then vacuum the Ziplock vacuum bag. If you do not, the shrimp shells will pierce the vacuum bag and you will lose the vacuum and the result will be a lot of freezer burn. We find that we can store all types of food in these bags for a year or more in the deep freeze (-10F or less) if the vacuum seal holds. We highly recommend them. These bags also work exceptionally well with the Reynolds pump, and are much less expensive than the Reynolds bags, if, you can find them. Yes they do. And very well. If you intend to vacuum seal shrimp, put them in a "Freezer Ziplock Bag" without sealing it first, then vacuum the Ziplock vacuum bag. If you do not, the shrimp shells will pierce the vacuum bag and you will lose the vacuum and the result will be a lot of freezer burn. We find that we can store all types of food in these bags for a year or more in the deep freeze (-10F or less) if the vacuum seal holds. We highly recommend them. These bags also work exceptionally well with the Reynolds pump, and are much less expensive than the Reynolds bags, if, you... » Read More Yes they do. And very well. If you intend to vacuum seal shrimp, put them in a "Freezer Ziplock Bag" without sealing it first, then vacuum the Ziplock vacuum bag. If you do not, the shrimp shells will pierce the vacuum bag and you will lose the vacuum and the result will be a lot of freezer burn. We find that we can store all types of food in these bags for a year or more in the deep freeze (-10F or less) if the vacuum seal holds. We highly recommend them. These bags also work exceptionally well with the Reynolds pump, and are much less expensive than the Reynolds bags, if, you can find them. « Show Less
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I have 2 in the freezer now! We use them usually within two weeks so I can't speak for them after that. You could easily put inside a ziplock or other freezer item for additional protection. Please note only 4oz so fills up quickly.
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I put mine - bag clipped with clothespin - into a gallon ziplock and into the freezer (thinking that will keep it fresher). I would think it would easily fit in a quart-size glass jar - actually even smaller. I'd make sure it was an air tight jar.
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I have not used them on freezer bags, so I would prefer not to say one way or the other.
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Yes, I use them all the time in the freezer. Two things to be careful with, do not fill all the way to the top because any water in the food or liquid will expand while freezing, and do not put into hot water right away, let it thaw. Glass breaks when it goes through sudden temperature change. I have not had a single problem. To me the extra steps with glass is worth it, because it doesn't absorb odors and it doesn't permeate into the food like plastic.
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Yes, if you store them in the freezer or fridge they will be fine. I buy the 2, 5 pound bags to save a bit of money. I freeze one bag and store the other one in the Deli drawer in the refridgerator. I have never had a complaint or an issue with them. Hope that helps.
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I have not done that yet. You may want to try it first. I do use these a lot, I just never froze them. Sorry I could not be more helpful.
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I've never used them in the freezer for something like raw meat. I've used them for basil leaves and stuff like that. The ziplock freezer bags with the air pump are pretty great for keeping things fresh.
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No longer a problem with current food storage bags. Use ziplock freezer bags, they are designed for long term food storeage and are stable at sous vide temps.
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would like to help. but, I sent mine back. freezer did not meet size expectations (believe Amazon has modified product dimensions and they are now correct)
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I use the ziplock manual hand pump that came with my first ziploc kit. I've been using it for almost a year now. I really like these bags for freezing short term items.
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Angela - We have used these in the freezer without issue. They've been a good product for our family.
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I don't use them in freezer but I see where others do. They work good for recycling
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Yes! The bags hold for enough for the freezer, I have frozen almost anything on the bags.
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I think you could use a heat sealer to seal the bags. I bought a couple when I purchased the bags but haven't used them yet. It just seems a lot easier and funner to tie them. Also the contents in the bag expand a lot after they are frozen so I would only fill them a little over half full and leave some room at the top for expansion.