Rubbermaid Premier · Food Storage Containers
Rubbermaid Premier Easy Find Lids Food Storage Containers
Lower PFAS concern for basic PP food storage; Rubbermaid makes no coating claims that would trigger concern.
Rubbermaid Premier Easy Find Lids are standard polypropylene plastic containers with no reported nonstick coatings, water-repellent treatments, or grease-resistant barriers, the typical sources of PFAS in food storage. The brand discloses nothing about PFAS, but the uncoated PP base presents lower inherent risk than coated alternatives.
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Polypropylene (PP) plastic containers and lids
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
Rubbermaid Premier containers are polypropylene (PP, resin code 5), a thermoplastic polymer chosen for food contact because it does not leach BPA or phthalates at normal storage temperatures. PP is chemically stable under room temperature and moderate refrigeration, making it one of the safer plastics for cold and lukewarm food storage. The lids typically include polypropylene bases with gasket seals (often rubber or silicone); these gaskets are the primary wear point and should be inspected periodically for degradation.
The brand's record and disclosure
Rubbermaid (a Newell Brands subsidiary) does not publish detailed chemical composition disclosures or safety certifications specific to this product line. The company has no known voluntary recalls for this container model related to chemical leaching or coating failure. Rubbermaid markets these containers as microwave-safe and dishwasher-safe but does not explicitly address PFAS presence or absence, which is typical for basic PP storage lines without non-stick or stain-resistant coatings.
How it compares in its category
Polypropylene food storage containers are among the safest options available; PP ranks second only to glass in terms of chemical inertness at typical food temperatures. Most competing brands (Ziploc, Glad, OXO) use the same PP material for basic storage lines. Premium alternatives like glass or stainless steel eliminate plastic leaching risk entirely but sacrifice durability and convenience; budget alternatives sometimes use recycled plastic with unknown history, which carries unknown contamination risk.
If you buy it
Avoid microwave use with lids on or in place (gaskets can degrade and off-gas when heated above 65 degrees Celsius). Inspect gaskets and seals every 6 to 12 months for cracks, discoloration, or permanent deformation; replace containers if seals no longer seal properly. Do not use for hot foods (above 50 degrees Celsius); store only cold or room-temperature items. Hand-wash lids separately and air-dry to extend gasket life; dishwasher heat can accelerate seal degradation 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.”
BPA and phthalates leaching
Polypropylene does not contain BPA or phthalates as part of its base resin formulation. No documented leaching reports exist for Rubbermaid Premier containers under normal storage conditions (cold and room temperature).
Microplastic shedding when heated
If containers or lids are microwaved, heated above manufacturer guidance, or subjected to repeated thermal cycling, microscopic plastic particles may shed into food. This risk is minimal under label-compliant use but increases with heat exposure or mechanical wear.
Gasket and seal degradation
Consumer reports document that rubber and silicone seals can crack, harden, or discolor after 1 to 3 years of use, particularly if exposed to dishwasher heat. Failed seals compromise airtightness and may harbor bacterial growth if moisture is trapped.
Off-gassing from gaskets under heat
Rubber and silicone gaskets may release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) if heated above their designed temperature range. Microwave use with sealed lids is the primary exposure route and is explicitly discouraged by the manufacturer.
Bacterial contamination if seals fail
Failed or compromised seals cannot maintain anaerobic conditions, allowing aerobic bacteria and mold to grow in stored food. This is a food-safety issue, not a chemical hazard, but is more likely if lids are damaged or not properly dried after cleaning.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% 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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