HDPE Plastic Food Container (#2) vs. Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Container

Materials

• High-density polyethylene (HDPE, recycling #2)

Common claims

• BPA-free
• Dishwasher safe
• Lightweight

Concerns / watch-outs

• HDPE is one of the safer plastics but can still leach additives at elevated temperatures
• Avoid microwaving or storing hot food — cold and room temperature use is lower risk

Notes

Among the safer plastic types for cold food storage. Avoid heat and replace if cracked or scratched, as degraded surfaces leach more readily.

Cleaner alternatives

• stainless steel food container
• borosilicate glass container

Materials

• Tritan plastic (BPA-free)

Common claims

• 100% leak-proof
• Crystal-clear BPA-free plastic
• Stain and odor resistant

Concerns / watch-outs

• Tritan plastic is BPA-free but studies have raised questions about estrogenic activity from some Tritan components
• Not recommended for hot food or microwave use

Notes

A well-reviewed plastic container with better leak-resistance than many alternatives. The Tritan material is safer than polycarbonate for most uses, but glass or stainless remains the gold standard.

Cleaner alternatives

• borosilicate glass container
• pyrex glass containers