Rubbermaid Reveal · Food Storage Containers
Rubbermaid Brilliance Leak Proof Food Storage Containers
Lower concern; standard food-storage plastic without known PFAS-prone features, but no brand transparency on PFAS use.
Rubbermaid Brilliance containers are made from polypropylene, a commodity plastic not typically treated with PFAS for food storage use. The leak-proof seals employ silicone gaskets, which carry minimal PFAS risk.
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polypropylene (PP) plastic with silicone gasket seals
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 Brilliance uses polypropylene (PP, plastic #5), a thermoplastic polymer chosen for food contact because it resists leaching at moderate temperatures and has a higher melting point (~160°C) than lower-numbered plastics. The silicone gasket seals are inert elastomers commonly used in food-grade applications and do not degrade into the food under normal use. PP does not contain BPA or BPS by chemistry, and no credible reports document phthalate migration from these containers into food.
The brand's record and disclosure
Rubbermaid (owned by Newell Brands) does not publish specific PFAS content disclosures for this line, nor does the company maintain a public PFAS reduction commitment as of available information. The brand holds no major product safety recalls specific to this container line related to chemical leaching. Rubbermaid does comply with FDA food-contact regulations for plastic, which sets limits on extractable compounds but does not require PFAS transparency.
How it compares in its category
Polypropylene food storage is the mainstream choice across brands (Pyrex glass alternatives are heavier and pricier; PET #1 plastics are better for cold storage but less durable). Rubbermaid Brilliance sits in the mid-tier: cheaper than premium glass-hybrid options, more durable than thin budget PP containers, and comparable in safety profile to OXO and Snapware equivalents. Silicone seals are superior to rubber or plastic snap-only closures for durability and food safety.
If you buy it
Do not microwave filled containers; PP softens above ~100°C, and heating fatty or acidic foods can accelerate any leaching (though minimal for PP). Replace containers if gasket seals crack, harden, or no longer seal reliably, typically after 2-4 years of heavy use. Hand wash if possible to extend gasket life; dishwasher safe but heat cycling degrades rubber over time. Store away from direct sunlight to slow silicone degradation.
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/BPS migration
Polypropylene #5 does not contain BPA or BPS by formulation. No credible reports of these compounds leaching from Rubbermaid Brilliance into food.
Phthalate migration
PP-based food storage does not require phthalate plasticizers; these are not known to be present in this product line or reported in any safety documentation.
Microplastics shedding under heat
Polypropylene can degrade into microparticles if exposed to repeated high-temperature washing or storage of hot foods; risk is low under normal use but increases if lids are microwaved or containers are stored against heat sources.
Silicone gasket degradation and odor
Silicone seals in PP containers can absorb odors from spicy or oily foods and may retain discoloration after repeated use; this is cosmetic rather than a health hazard but can reduce seal effectiveness over time if cracks form.
Aluminum or heavy metals in plastic
Polypropylene formulations do not require aluminum fillers or heavy metal additives for food storage; none are expected in this product.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 75% 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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