sdc100 wrote:All these containers are manufactured either in S Korea, China or Vietnam. In the case of the set I bought from the previous Woot, the country is Vietnam. Aside from political reasons, there is no reason to avoid most products from these countries, including China -- as long as the company is reputable. It's up to the company to test the claims of the Asian factories, i.e. for BPA levels, temperature limits, etc., before selling in their countries of choice. In fact, there should be continuous random testing for Quality Control. So if you trust Lock & Lock, then the country of manufacture should be irrelevant. I believe even good old Corning Glass (Pyrex) has their plastic lids made in Asia.

Thanks for your knowledge on this.
It's aggravating that this can be such a grey area. Not to mention how hard it is to "buy American".

Best Geocaching containers ever. Clear plastic, so the police don't blow them up as suspected bombs when they find them hidden in strange places. They are also about as leak-proof as it gets.

I have this set and will echo what other have said about the small size. I have two larger ones, two that are borderline medium and the rest are too small to save anything of value. Additionally, they don't nest together at all.

However the seal and locking design is absolutely perfect. It seals better than ANYTHING else and holds the seal strong. I could punt my leftovers across the room with confidence.

SOOOOO what country are they made in ? Does anyone know? Scared of the China stuff.

To you whiners who think that these will take up a lot of space. here's proof that they won't. Here is my 28 piece set, nestled together. Admittedly, 2 or 3 containers are missing because they are being used, including a large one. But that would probably be in the case in most household: at least 2 or 3 would be used at any given time.

As you can see, the entire unused set is just a bit longer than the 12" ruler. And the height is only about 10" -- probably lower if you placed the lids neatly. Again, you can store the lids separately, flat in a plastic bag.

runninron71238 wrote:SOOOOO what country are they made in ? Does anyone know? Scared of the China stuff.

Please see my post about this.. The short answer is Vietnam. But there's no reason to fear Chinese stuff. Please see my post for why. While it's true that China has massive corporate corruption, the government also executes those convicted of corruption on a large scale. The recent cases of contamination, etc has embarrassed the country and that is pretty much a capital offense. That's a pretty good deterrent. I would still avoid most foods though. Out local CHinese supermarket even has signs saying that they don't get food from China, only Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Yuniverse wrote:These are indeed one of the best, if not the best, containers.

However, I was hoping for bigger containers as these are quite small. The biggest one is only 78oz (9cups). Great deal, if one is looking for these sizes.

Are you people storing carcasses? I passed on this because too many of the containers are too big.

sdc100 wrote:Foil isn't airtight or liquid tight, and you can't freeze or microwave with it. I think it's also reactive with some foods, i.e. acidic stuff. And dirty foil can't be recycled (actually it can but our sanitation department says to throw them out).

I use aluminum foil on frozen goods all the time. They're still good months later.

HINT

Always wipe the brim of the containers clean before locking on the lids. If there is grease on the brim, it will enter the lid's lip and gasket, which are hard to clean. It's especially tough if you hand wash since it's hard to squeeze a sponge in the small space. This applies to ALL plastic storage containers, not just these.

editorkid wrote:I use aluminum foil on frozen goods all the time. They're still good months later.

As long as you don't care about freezer burn, or freezer/fridge odors. And water evaporation is inevitable if the wrapping is not airtight. That's how coffee and other foods are "freeze dried."

sdc100 wrote:As long as you don't care about freezer burn, or freezer/fridge odors. And water evaporation is inevitable if the wrapping is not airtight. That's how coffee and other foods are "freeze dried."

No, it really isn't a problem. I'm pretty good at getting foil on there.

GJCOBLE wrote:A great price...but I JUST HATE IT WHEN THEY COUNT THE LID IN THE 'PIECE COUNT"

Just wait. In another few years they'll be counting the box and the instruction sheet as pieces.

HINT

pooptydoo wrote:for food they are great. i have had a few become "distorted" in the micro but they still work! lids still fit, too. they just sit sort of lopsided lol. and tbh i really abused them in the micro. left hem in far too long with food far too hot. but as said, they are still 100% usable. just a little tweaked. however, they still "Lock 'n Lock" as well as ever.

You can often re-shape plastic by heating then rapid cooling. I've never had to do it with these containers but the process is simple.

1) Boil some water and have a large container of ice water nearby (cold running faucet water is also okay, but not as good).

2) Put the warped container in the boiling water for a few seconds. I usually do it for 5-10 secs but my attempts were on thin plastics and these containers are thick. Use your judgment.

3) Take it out (using heat proof gloves) and quickly reshape it until it looks even and balanced again. It helps to push it down on a table or counter. It may also help to put a lid on as a mold.

4) Quickly put in the ice water to cool so that the new shape takes hold, and solidifies.

You can probably also do this by boiling water in the container in a microwave.

HINT #2

Pour the water you just used down your drain while it's still near boiling hot. The heat will melt any grease and gunk stuck on your pipes. Quickly follow by running hot water from the faucet to wash all the dirt away from your drains.

Last year a friend sent some food home with me in one of these containers and I was so impressed with it I would have paid $19.99 for just the one I had to return to them. Now I've ordered an entire set for that amount. No one is getting these for Christmas. They're mine!

I am a Lock & Lock addict. Bought some yesterday during the Woot-off. I'm currently waiting on two orders from L&L and I was forbidden to buy these and the ones I saw on QVC today. We love the ceramic ones.

I bought these when the sets included a water bottle, and got two (which was actually 2 sets per, so 4 sets).

They are fantastic, and used constantly. I'm actually surprised this set didn't sell out, as previous offerings of these have sold out by mid-morning (CST).

sdc100 wrote:A HINT
Keep in mind these have an upper temperature limit of 210°F. Water reaches a rolling boil at 212°F. In other words, you can't cook in these, or even microwave anything to the point of a rolling boil.

Also keep in mind that foods high in oil or grease will heat higher than 212°F in a microwave. That can melt the plastic so monitor the container carefully. Once the food is reheated, stop the microwave. You can see the effects of overheating in styrofoam takeout boxes from salad bars. Microwaving often results in holes that are brown from frying in the heated oil.

you shouldn't be cooking in plastic containers regardless.

i have some ofthese from target, good stuff because the lids are as said,, lock tight, silicon sealed, they are for storage, not for cooking. plastic is plastic, only cook in ceramic/glass.

Denimbear wrote:Are you Sure?? I thought the Smaller ones was fer yer M&M stash that you dont want your kids or coworkers sniffing out lol. Just a thought is all

main thing is these are great for bringing food places,s the locking lids literally won't fail or leak. tupperware i wouldn't trust in a bag, these i would.

mftkoehler wrote:Two quick points:

First, these containers are of only middling quality. The closure system uses fairly flimsy plastic tabs on the top which fold down over plastic bumps on the bottom. It's secure enough, but inelegant and, it seems to me, flimsy.

Second, these are advertised as BPA-free. The set I bought last time from Woot arrived in the flimsy cardboard and plastic packaging that screams bottom of the barrel Chinese manufacturing. Nowhere on the actual containers did it indicate that they were BPA-free. I just don't trust that they are as advertised, I guess.

false.
i've had a set for more than 3 years now, the plastic is not the weak kind, but the milkier more flexible kind that can take repeated flexing, so none of the lock tabs have failed, its all about the grade of plastic

"Durable Design

Lock&Lock airtight containers have also passed the KEMTI bending test. The container and the wing were fixed to the bending test machine and bent 3,000,000 times 80 degrees left to right. If the container were to be used 10 times a day, it could be used for 821 years (semi-permanently)."http://www.amazon.com/Lock-Airtight-Container-32-Piece-16-Containers/dp/B0055MOQ4Y

store do sell generic copies with lousier designs, lock lids with latches that clip lock rather than go around and latch.

slz254 wrote:The last time these came up, someone on the thread mentioned that they stored theirs in the fridge empty. That's what I did with the set I bought, and it works great.

It works great for what? Making it look like you have something in your refrigerator?

sdc100 wrote:HINT



You can often re-shape plastic by heating then rapid cooling. I've never had to do it with these containers but the process is simple.

1) Boil some water and have a large container of ice water nearby (cold running faucet water is also okay, but not as good).

2) Put the warped container in the boiling water for a few seconds. I usually do it for 5-10 secs but my attempts were on thin plastics and these containers are thick. Use your judgment.

3) Take it out (using heat proof gloves) and quickly reshape it until it looks even and balanced again. It helps to push it down on a table or counter. It may also help to put a lid on as a mold.

4) Quickly put in the ice water to cool so that the new shape takes hold, and solidifies.

You can probably also do this by boiling water in the container in a microwave.

HINT #2

Pour the water you just used down your drain while it's still near boiling hot. The heat will melt any grease and gunk stuck on your pipes. Quickly follow by running hot water from the faucet to wash all the dirt away from your drains.

Since you're answering everything tonight, last minute Q: why didn't this Lock & Lock sell out? Too many to sell?

These work great in a backpack to bring holiday leftovers home when riding a motorcycle.

whatsamattaU wrote:Since you're answering everything tonight, last minute Q: why didn't this Lock & Lock sell out? Too many to sell?

Personally I had to think twice before buying, red is pretty strong a color. I did so anywyas because 1.50 for a piece is a deal

franigans wrote:you shouldn't be cooking in plastic containers regardless.

That simply isn't true. I'm a medical researcher and have no qualms about cooking in plastic, as long as you use the correct type of plastic and correct type of cooking. Keep in mind that beef is cooked between 125F (rare) and 165F (well-done). Even poultry is cooked at 180F. These are well below the upper limit of microwave-safe plastic containers. While I'd advise against cooking a whole chicken (where some parts can exceed 212F before the thigh reaches 180F), cooking a chicken breast is fine. You simply need to monitor your cooking temperatures and make sure that there isn't too much grease touching the plastic.

While leaching is a valid issue in SOME plastics, it's no less an issue with some ceramics. A report last year showed that cheap Chinese and Mexican ceramics also leeched toxic chemicals. And not all ceramics and glazes are microwave safe. It's all about choosing quality plastics and ceramics from honest companies that are rated for cooking, and following instructions.

FYI, cooking-grade silicone is rated for 400F-600F, is chemically inert and doesn't leach. And silicone is a plastic. I have a set of silicone cookware that I cook in all the time. In other words, don't lump all plastics as unsafe for cooking.

That said, I do prefer a nice Pyrex container for most microwave cooking because silicone is soft.

I assumed that these would be the same as the stackable Lock & Lock containers that we already have. WRONG! Not stackable. Give them all away for Christmas! I will not allow these to remain in my house. Storage disaster!

Bummed these won't nest for easy storage, but they're nice and seal well.

I just received my set today, and I am well, thrilled. I was a bit concerned when a few people mentioned the sizes being too small...and I agree with a previous poster...what in the world are you storing in these ? These are perfect sized for a large amount of things. They also stack well. I got them in my cubboard with no issues at all, they stack, and nest ( the smallers can fit into the largers easily enough ) quite nicely. Great use of my Jumbowoot coupon, and exactly what I was looking for. I also love the red colour as it stands out, and if someone tries to swipe my swag, I can call them out on it.I have never seen Lock n Locks at any of our potlucks!!!

Two thumbs up!!!

Yes they arrived pretty tightly packed.

The red is very red lol, thats why they were on sale. Only real gripe is no sandwich sized ones.

Love......LOVE...love MY Lock & Lock - this deal is BETTER then QVC by far. I can't wait to get mine delivered in mail from WOOT. I usually buy them on QVC and I use them everyday. Great for holidays and when I saw this deal I had to get them. LOVE THEM!!