Why did they opt to put the larger size in plastic instead of glass? I really prefer glass as I worry about chemicals leached via plastic.
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I am sure it has to do with shipping weight and breakage during shipment. The mail handlers are not much better then the luggage handlers! I agree with your concern. But, I bake so much, this only lasts 6 months for me. Love the product and how it makes my baked goods taste. You could always buy a bunch of smaller bottles in glass or transfer the contents of the plastic bottle to a a glass container.
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I am not sure if it was because of weight and breakage during shipping, but the plastic is BPA free. Hope that helps.
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Since it only comes with the one inside container, which is plastic, it is simply more convenient to use glass canning jars if you want to make another batch before the first one is totally consumed.
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Why would one choose glass over stainless for stove top use? I'd be scared of breakage since a low to medium flame is recommended which would also increase the amount of time for the water to boil.
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It absolutely seems like glass to me. If it is plastic, I can't tell the difference. I'm not going to throw it to find out though. :)
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My order was plastic. You might be able to get glass if you prefer...not sure
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Yes it does. I'd prefer glass, but plastic travels better that long distance.
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I have ordered it twice, and both times the container was white plastic. I would prefer glass though.
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plastic has chemicals as does foil. it is kind of silly to think they could ship tea in glass and paper would not keep it very fresh?
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Im sure it would be great. I ended up sending mine back. I didnt realize that it was not glass until I got it. I wanted glass
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The jar is plastic, which I know bothers some people. I'm not bothered by the possible harmful effects of plastic jars in this type of situation, and I'm sure the product would be much more expensive if it was in a glass jar.
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Also looking for a safe 5 gallon water bottle. I guess we could find an old glass one... But would prefer plastic.
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It would be great if they could develop a glass like material that was durable and cristal clear. Until then, we're stuck with plastic.
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Plastic, but why they would do this I have no idea. Everyone in the industry knows plastic is toxic.
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l found this answer for you from a chemist answering the same question you asked....The suppliers of dmso in glass containers state that dmso will 'leach" out chemicals from the plastic. This is simply not true. they use this as a marketing ploy to sell their dmso. The fact of the matter is that when these suppliers buy their dmso (in many cases from us) they receive it in plastic containers. They refill it and state that the glass is better. Dmso when purchased in bulk comes in 55 gallon plastic drums. I am a chemist and thought you would like to know the truth of this matter. Another reason we use plastic is to avoid breakage problems. Regards, Robert Brock www.dmso.net"
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Glass is BPA free. Even if the plastic lid is BPA free doesn't mean it's safe. They replace the BPA with another chemical. And I'm pretty sure it isn't safe either. this is what i found about siliconeIf plastic can't be avoided altogether, the safest type (meaning the most stable, slowest to degrade and leech chemicals into your water, food, etc.) is silicone.There is a lot of debate on silicone leaching chemicals. I did read some where that it's least likely in silicone that isn't heated up. As in the ones you cook with.So glass, 100% natural rubber and metal are the best I've read Glass is BPA free. Even if the plastic lid is BPA free doesn't mean it's safe. They replace the BPA with another chemical. And I'm pretty sure it isn't safe either. this is what i found about siliconeIf plastic can't be avoided altogether, the safest type (meaning the most stable, slowest to degrade and leech chemicals into your water, food, etc.) is silicone.There is a lot of debate on silicone leaching chemicals. I did read some where that it's least likely in silicone that isn't heated up. As in the ones you cook with.So glass, 100% natural rubber and... » Read More Glass is BPA free. Even if the plastic lid is BPA free doesn't mean it's safe. They replace the BPA with another chemical. And I'm pretty sure it isn't safe either. this is what i found about siliconeIf plastic can't be avoided altogether, the safest type (meaning the most stable, slowest to degrade and leech chemicals into your water, food, etc.) is silicone.There is a lot of debate on silicone leaching chemicals. I did read some where that it's least likely in silicone that isn't heated up. As in the ones you cook with.So glass, 100% natural rubber and metal are the best I've read « Show Less
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The plastic used is a type that is resistant to alcohol. The one that I had before (same type) was not alcohol resistant. The new ones are Coast Guard. EPA, etc.
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My reasoning exactly. Since "we are what we eat", we owe it to ourselves to know as much as we can about what we ingest. The more organic, the better ! As to how I keep my cherries: upon arrival, I get rid of the plastic bags they are packaged in originally, and transfer them in 2L glass canning jars (with a rubber gasket on the attached lid). I think glass is better than plastic to maintain a neutral taste, especially over longer periods of time and at room temperature. Our jars of cherries sit out on the counter, not in the frig. Thanks for sharing !