I bought glass jars from a dollar store, to store powdered hot chocolate mix in. I am now wondering if there's any chance these new containers aren't safe for food. They don't have the food-safe symbol on them, and they don't mention anything about decoration only, etc.
They are clear glass, no decorations, and they use the wire bale/metal clasp to keep secure the lid.
Any opinions or links would be greatly appreciated!
2007-12-12 14:00:14 · 4 answers · asked by deva_mommy 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
The jars should be fine, as long as you're using them to store dry stuff- such as your chocolate.
About the only time I would worry about using a glass jar to store stuff is if it had been used to store something toxic before.
2007-12-12 15:03:32 · answer #1 · answered by Tigger 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Any glass jar should be safe.
You need to be more cautious with the lid. If it's plastics or with some rubber trimmings, then seal a piece of glad wrap (microwave safe) over the jar before securing the cover.
Always wait until your food cool down before securing the lid.
Do not recycle jars/containers that have been used for storing non-food item previously.
2007-12-12 15:55:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The biologists might be able to help more with this one.
2016-05-23 07:47:10 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not if you boil them.
2007-12-12 14:11:45 · answer #4 · answered by Claude 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋