Quantum QUS Quantum Ultra Stacking & Hanging Acrylic Crystal Clear Bins, By Multiples 8-1/4" / 14-3/4" / 7" vs K470 Aluminum Storage Case 40845: which is safer?

These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.

Quantum QUS Quantum Ultra Stacking & Hanging Acrylic Crystal Clear Bins, By Multiples 8-1/4" / 14-3/4" / 7"

Quantum Storage

Quantum QUS Quantum Ultra Stacking & Hanging Acrylic Crystal Clear Bins, By Multiples 8-1/4" / 14-3/4" / 7"

PFAS grade

B 85/100

Overall grade

C 77/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 2

Material

Acrylic polymer, clear bins

Confidence

78%

PossibleMicroplastics shedding from mechanical stress

PossibleCrazing and stress fracturing over time

zarges K470 Aluminum Storage Case 40845

Zarges

K470 Aluminum Storage Case 40845

PFAS grade

B 85/100

Overall grade

C 77/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 2

Material

Aluminum with rubber gasket/hinges

Confidence

78%

PossibleAluminum corrosion and leaching

PossibleBacterial or mold growth in seal

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