Sustainability Meets Practicality: Everything You Need to Know About Silicone Food Storage

If you've ever used a plastic container (and who hasn't), you probably weren't considering its environmental impact. Usually, our only concern is putting away our food and getting on with life.

As new information emerges on the environmental and health dangers plastics pose, more people are looking for convenient and effective alternate storage solutions. While many plastic alternatives fall short of their toxic competitor, one stands above the rest: silicone.

What is Silicone?

Silicone is a natural material made from organic silica stone, a common and sustainable element found in nature. This durable substance doesn't break down into polluting particles like plastic and is 100% non-toxic, making it safe for food storage. For years, silicone has provided a safer solution to plastic since it contains no phthalates, BPA, lead, or latex.

Additionally, this ultra-sturdy material can easily tolerate high temperatures, locks in odors, and will not chip, peel, crumble, harden, or crack over time. Silicone snack containers come in all shapes, colors, and sizes, making them ideal for all your storage needs. Let's take a closer look at some of the many benefits switching to silicone offers.

The Benefits of Silicone Food Containers

Ditching your old plastic containers is one of the best things you can do for your health and the environment. If you're on the fence as to whether it's worth it, check out these benefits.

Save Money

Silicone is a long-lasting, reusable product that's the perfect solution for food storage. While the initial upfront cost is slightly higher than plastic alternatives, silicone's longevity ensures that it pays for itself over time. You no longer have to worry about wasting your hard-earned money on poor-quality plastic containers; with silicone, you can purchase one once, and you're done.

Sustainability

Unlike plastic, which releases harmful toxins into your food and the environment, silicone is safe for use and won't break down over time. Due to its natural composition, silicone reduces your carbon footprint and helps protect the environment. Additionally, since they can be used for years, silicone snack containers minimize landfill waste, making them one of the top eco-friendly products for those seeking to live a low or zero-waste lifestyle.

Easily Reusable

There's nothing worse than grabbing your plastic container only to find it is cracked or damaged. Plastic storage bags and containers aren't designed for continuous use, which is why they have such a short lifespan. Repeat washings and freezings break down plastic's composition, making it fragile and releasing micro-toxins into your food. Silicone, however, is a highly durable material that doesn't harden when frozen or melt under heat. The curing process used during manufacturing ensures silicone containers are strong, flexible, and easy to use again and again.

More Natural

Plastic is one of the most harmful materials in the world, thanks in part to the oil and gas used during manufacturing. Millions of barrels of oil are used every year to create plastic bags, causing a high demand, which contributes to skyrocketing gas prices. While you can recycle plastic, around two billion pounds of this toxic material ends up in landfills every year, seeping into the soil and polluting the air we breathe. Silicone is free from these harmful ingredients and doesn't contribute to increased toxicity within landfills. If left to disintegrate in nature, in around a decade, silicone breaks down into harmless particles that have no negative environmental impact. Since it's made from natural silica sand, a natural mineral, it is a better and healthier choice for all.

Choosing the Right Silicone Storage Products

There are many silicone products on the market, but you want to ensure you choose ones that are high-quality and made with your needs in mind. The following silicone food storage containers are fan favorites and perfect for everyday use.

Silicone Snack Containers

Keep your food fresh longer with these adorable 100% Platinum silicone storage bags. Created by Food Huggers, these flexible containers are ideal for a variety of uses and conveniently stand up straight and stay open when needed. These silicone snack containers replace all plastic bags and will last for years, even with constant use. Why do customers love them?

• Microwave, dishwasher, oven, and freezer-safe design
• 100% Platinum silicone that's phthalate, lead, and BPA-free
• Easy to clean and dry quickly
• Multiple sizes available

Silicone food hugger storage bags are perfect for a variety of uses and come in two convenient size options: small and large. When you're done, simply toss them in the top rack of your dishwasher, and you're good to go!

Food Huggers 5-Pack

Say goodbye to rotted food and wasted money with these groundbreaking silicone Food Huggers. Snugly seal your favorite foods, including eggplants, bananas, tomatoes, grapefruit, lemons, and even jars. The soft and stretchable design puts the "fun" in functional, making it easy to store your fruits and vegetables longer. Why do customers love them?

• 100% BPA free
• Vegan
• Phthalate free
• 100% dishwasher safe and easy to clean
• Crafted from FDA food-grade silicone

There are five size options included, so you never have to search for the perfect fit. Start saving money today and kick off your zero-waste lifestyle!

Glass & Silicone Bowl Lid Set

Glass bowl lids are an eco-friendly food storage option. This Glass and silicone bowl lids set uses Food Hugger's patented seal to adapt to fit multiple-sized bowls, making it ideal for any kitchen. The ultra-strong tempered glass allows you to see the food inside while being sturdy enough to stack safely in the cabinet. Now, you can have eco-friendly lids for bowls that last the test of time. Why do customers love them?

• Dishwasher safe
• 100% phthalate and BPA-free
• Reusable
• Cost saving

There are four sizes included in this exciting set, ensuring you always have the perfect lid to fit your favorite storage bowls.

The Bottom Line

Stop wasting money on toxic and harmful plastics and switch to natural, long-lasting silicone. Silicone snack containers are an easy way to incorporate more eco-friendly products while saving money and keeping your food fresher longer.

PS: Curios about other silicone products? Check out these Silicone Snack Containers for Kids, Self Draining Silicone Soap Dishes, Reusable To Go Glass and Silicone Tumblers and Reusable Tissue 6-pack.