Glad · Food Storage Containers
Glad Take-Aways Rectangle Food Storage Containers
Lower concern: basic PP food containers carry minimal PFAS risk, but Glad doesn't publicly disclose.
Glad Take-Aways are rigid polypropylene food storage containers with no known nonstick coating, waterproof treatment, or grease-resistant lining, the typical features that introduce PFAS. Polypropylene itself does not require PFAS for its function.
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Polypropylene (PP) plastic containers
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
food packaging is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Glad Take-Aways are polypropylene (PP, #5 plastic), a thermoplastic polymer chosen for food contact because it resists chemical attack and does not soften below ~140°C. PP does not contain BPA or phthalates by design, and it is inert at room temperature and during refrigerated storage. The main chemical risk from PP occurs only when heated above safe limits, which causes the polymer backbone to degrade and potentially release oligomers or additives.
The brand's record and disclosure
Glad, owned by Clorox, does not publish detailed chemical disclosures or third-party certifications for food storage containers. The brand has no documented recalls or safety incidents tied to leaching from PP food containers. Glad does not market these containers as PFAS-free or provide sustainability certifications, which is typical for mainstream plastic food storage but limits transparency compared to brands that voluntarily disclose composition.
How it compares in its category
PP food containers like Glad's are the safest common plastic choice for cold/ambient storage, sitting above PET (#1) and polycarbonate but below glass. Compared to competing brands (Rubbermaid, Tupperware, store-brand PP), Glad offers no documented advantage in chemical safety or certification, but no disadvantage either. The category norm is silence on PFAS and additives; Glad matches expectations.
If you buy it
Use only for cold and room-temperature storage; never microwave or place in hot dishwashers above 65°C. Replace containers if the plastic becomes cloudy, brittle, or develops cracks, as these signs indicate polymer degradation and potential additive leaching. Hand wash with mild soap if possible to extend life. Store food in sealed containers away from direct sunlight and strong odors, as PP can absorb and retain smells over time.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Thermal degradation and oligomer release
If Glad Take-Aways are exposed to heat above 60-70°C (hot dishwasher, microwave, or boiling liquid), the PP may begin to soften and release low-molecular-weight polymer fragments or residual additives. This risk is material-dependent, not brand-specific, but Glad does not clearly label temperature limits on all container variants.
Additive migration (plasticizers, antioxidants, UV stabilizers)
PP containers contain FDA-approved additives to improve processability and durability. No peer-reviewed studies document leaching from Glad PP containers at room temperature, but older or degraded containers may release trace amounts of these additives into fatty or acidic foods. The risk is low and not product-specific but depends on container age and use conditions.
Microplastic shedding from mechanical wear
Scratches, repeated washing, and contact with abrasive utensils can cause PP containers to shed small plastic particles into stored food. Glad containers are typical in this regard and no published recall or incident report documents microplastic contamination from this brand.
BPA and phthalate presence
Polypropylene does not use BPA or phthalates in its formulation by chemical design. Glad Take-Aways, being PP, are inherently free of these compounds. This is not a strength unique to Glad but a baseline safety feature of the material class.
Odor and flavor absorption
PP is known to absorb and retain strong odors and flavors (especially from fatty or spiced foods) over repeated use. This is not a toxicity hazard but a quality and cross-contamination issue. Glad containers are typical; storage best practices (sealed lids, separate containers for strong foods) mitigate this.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 78% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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