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Rubbermaid TakeAlongs Divided Food Storage Container
Lower concern. Standard PP food container, no PFAS indicators.
Rubbermaid TakeAlongs are polypropylene plastic storage containers with no known Teflon-family coating coatings or nonstick treatments. No public PFAS disclosures or concerns identified, but brand provides no explicit safety statement.
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Polypropylene (PP) plastic container and lid
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
Category baseline
food packaging is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Rubbermaid TakeAlongs are molded from polypropylene (PP), a thermoplastic polymer ranked #5 in the resin code system. PP does not contain BPA, phthalates, or formaldehyde resins in its base polymer. The divided compartments and hinged lid are injection-molded from the same material without vinyl glazes, ceramic coatings, or heavy-metal pigments. PP's chemical stability at room temperature and typical refrigerator use makes leaching of harmful additives unlikely under normal handling.
The brand's record and disclosure
Rubbermaid (owned by Newell Brands) does not publicly disclose PFAS content or make formal PFAS-free certifications for this product line, but maintains BPA-free labeling on many food-contact items. The brand has no documented recalls specific to chemical hazards in TakeAlongs containers. Rubbermaid follows FDA food-contact regulations but does not voluntarily pursue third-party certifications (e.g., GreenGuard) for plastic food storage.
How it compares in its category
PP food containers are a mainstream, safe-use choice compared to melamine or polycarbonate alternatives that carry higher contamination risks. TakeAlongs occupy a mid-market position between budget polystyrene (PS #6, higher leaching risk) and premium glass or stainless-steel containers. Peer products from Glad and Sistema use identical PP chemistry, so this product sits in the norm for its category.
If you buy it
Avoid prolonged heating above 130C (266F) and microwave only if the product is labeled microwave-safe; heat stress degrades PP and can accelerate leaching of stabilizers. Store acidic foods (citrus, tomato) for short periods only, as they slightly elevate additive migration. Inspect the hinged lid quarterly for stress cracks; replace the container if the plastic becomes cloudy, brittle, or shows visible damage. Hand-wash in warm, soapy water rather than high-heat dishwasher cycles to extend lifespan.
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.”
Additive leaching (PP stabilizers and colorants)
Polypropylene food containers use calcium carbonate, pigments, and processing aids as stabilizers. At room temperature and refrigeration, leaching is minimal; exposure to hot foods, acidic liquids, or high-heat dishwashing increases risk slightly. No specific recall or contamination event is documented for Rubbermaid TakeAlongs.
Microplastics from degradation
Repeated heating, stress-cracking, and UV exposure can degrade PP surface over years of use. Fine plastic particles may shed into food, particularly if the container is overheated or mechanically damaged. Risk is low with normal care but increases with misuse or age.
BPA and phthalate contamination
Polypropylene base resin does not contain BPA or phthalate plasticizers by formulation. Rubbermaid labels this product BPA-free, and no evidence links TakeAlongs to phthalate migration.
Coating degradation or flaking
TakeAlongs containers have no applied glaze, enamel, or decorative coating; the color is integral to the injected molded plastic. No flaking or coating-shedding hazard is associated with PP molded containers of this design.
Mold and bacterial growth (maintenance-related)
The hinged lid and divided compartments create crevices where food residue and moisture can accumulate if not thoroughly dried after washing. This is a storage hygiene issue rather than an inherent material hazard but is more pronounced in complex-geometry containers than smooth alternatives.
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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