The photo used on Amazon is the darker plastic model. Are the orders now the clearer BPA free plastic?
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Looks like they area all BPA free. Reference: http://aerobie.com/Products/Details/AeroPressMaterialsDescription.htm
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I bought mine less than a year ago and it is a light, translucent brown. However, nothing that I can see on the packaging indicates that it is BPA-free. But the model I received is definitely the newer version; i also have an older version that appeared slightly darker. Might want to check aerobie.com for more info. Actually, Bob S. pulled the info off aerobie's site, so he saved you a trip. :-)
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I purchased a new AeroPress a couple of months ago and it is the dark plastic unlike my original that I purchased years ago. This is from Aerobie.com, the manufacturer: The AeroPress is made of three different plastics. The clear chamber and plunger are made of copolyester. The hard black filter cap, filter holder, funnel, and stirrer are made of polypropylene. The rubber like seal on the end of the plunger is made of a thermoplastic elastomer. All of these materials are FDA approved for use in contact with food. None of these materials contain bisphenol-A (BPA) or any phthalates, chemicals that have been in the news lately because of possible health effects. Aerobie has been shipping AeroPress coffee makers made of the materials described above since August 1st, 2009. Prior to that date, the clear chamber and plunger were made of a very special high humidity and temperature resistant polycarbonate. Polycarbonate does not contain phthalates but it does contain BPA. Even though the FDA and other governmental agencies around the world approve polycarbonate for use in contact with food, we had an independent lab test coffee brewed in a well used AeroPress to determine how much, if any, BPA leaches into coffee brewed in a polycarbonate AeroPress. Absolutely none was detected. Given that result, one could ask why we switched to using copolyester. The answer is simple. The use of copolyester removes any perceived risk from BPA and it is a more attractive material. Even though the independent test lab was unable to detect BPA in the coffee brewed in a polycarbonate AeroPress, people who are concerned about using an AeroPress made of polycarbonate can take advantage of our spare parts policy. Just call the Aerobie Customer Service Department at 1-650-493-3050 and you can purchase replacements for any of the AeroPress parts including the plunger and chamber.
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The one I recieved was like the model shown in picture. I have looked on the box and on the instruction sheet and there isn't any information on what the press is made of. Hope this helps. Great question - Their website is www.aerobie.com
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Hi, I got mine about 6 or 7 months ago and it is the darker plastic. However, I have to say that I love my Aeropress. It makes great coffee and you really don't leave it in the press that long. Hope this helps
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I bought mine over a year ago. It was the darker one and BPA free. So I would only assume that no matter the color that is shipped it would be BPA free.
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Hi Looks like plastic. I don't have one in front of me to check the package for the BPA My information doesn't say. Thank you texasvalue
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I was wondering the same thins. So, I looked it up on Progressive International's web site. That web site says that it is BPA free.
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HDPE is BPA free. If they're using recycle code #2 bottles it should be fine.
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Linda,Short answer is that everything black in the picture is plastic. The rest is stainless steel. It is an extraordinarily robust tool & I would not be put off by the word "plastic". I think mine will outlive me, & I use it twice every day. Do not buy the inferior rabbit - after 3 months, the screw straightened as I was pulling it out of the cork.I have give this product to close friends as gifts, & they love it too.-Patrick
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Yes, it is. The photo does not show it but when it arrives, it will have a large round sticker saying so: (You're health matters, rely on us Reliance SANS BPA FREE).
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I'm not sure, sorry, the one I ordered matched this photo but I didn't even know there were different versions lol
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You might want to contact the individual seller to make sure. I would guess the picture is the correct item and it is organic. Since it is fulfilled by Amazon, if they send the non organic one, they would make it right.
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It seems that the "A" is the same design but a newer model. However, reviews of the "A" model have said that the new darker plastic is giving a bad plastic taste to the water, thus, you are probably better going with the older model until they remedy the issue. HOWEVER, it seems this seller may be selling the new "A" model instead and just picturing the old one, so you would be wise to confirm which you are receiving or at least confirm if they will accept returns (for which you will probably have to pay return shipping)
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I've been wondering the same thing. I've done some research and can't find anything about this particular model being BPA free, but hard plastics generally are. For those who don't know what BPA is, it's Bisphenol A (BPA), a carbon-based synthetic compound often used in the production of plastics.
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You will receive the new model. We will ask amazon to update the image. Thanks!
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It doesn't show on this listing, but their other sippy cups are BPA free and they look the exact same to me.
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Yes -- I had thrown out the packaging already, so I contacted the manufacturer. Here is their reply: "Thank you for taking the time to contact us regarding your questions and concerns about one of our products. All of the resins we use in the production of our products have been FDA approved for food contact. They contain no Bisphenol A or BPA nor have they ever. Your concerns regarding the plastic used in our products are certainly valid. All of our products are categorized as "Long Service Life" and, therefore, are environmentally sustainable. All of our products are made of food safe materials and colorants. We voluntarily mark our products with Society of Plastics Industry identification recycling symbols. All of us at Arrow Plastic work very hard to manufacture and distribute safe, reliable products since, like you, we too are consumers. We insist that the products we manufacture be only of the highest quality and usable for the purpose intended and to never pose a danger or threat to our consumers. In addition, we continue to randomly test our products to ensure their safety. We thank you for your support of our products and look forward to having you as a valued consumer for many years to come. Please feel free to contact us at any time if we may be of further assistance. Customer Service Arrow Plastic Manufacturing Company"
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Hello, Robbie!Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, the pictures are identical to the listing on Amazon as it is on the other website.If you have any questions or concerns, please email us or call us at the number below.Thanks! Have a great day.Sincerely,Tom CupilaryAffordable Tool, LLCCustomer ServicePhone: 734-224-7758Fax: 734-224-7208
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I checked, and I cant find anywhere where it says BPA free, so Im going to assume its not BPA free.
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The product I received from Amazon prime has the new pink & black label. I suppose the photo hasn't been updated.
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I would assume it is not. When I called the company they told me "yes"... but I already have the set, so I guess they were just trying to make me happy. It something as important as BPA is not listed on the package... I assume it isn't.