What are the most eco-friendly plastic food storage containers?
This page compares 5 plastic food storage containers with verified specifications and prices. Top options include IKEA IKEA 365+ Food container with lid, rectangular plastic, 1.0 l, IKEA IKEA 365+ Food container with lid, square plastic, 750 ml, IKEA IKEA 365+ Food container with lid, rectangular plastic, 1.0 l, 3 pack. Prices range from £4 to £110. All data is sourced from manufacturer documentation and specialist retailers.
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IKEA IKEA 365+ Food container with lid, rectangular plastic, 1.0 l
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£5.18 ≈ | Polypropylene plastic with silicone rubber seal | 1.0 l | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ |
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This durable rectangular plastic container has an airtight, leak-proof lid and is safe for microwave, freezer, and dishwasher use. Its stackable design suits meal prep, leftovers, and transporting food. ★ Ideal forIt suits eco-friendly plastic food storage because its durable polypropylene construction, reusable design, stackability, and leak-proof lid support repeated food storage while helping reduce food waste.
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IKEA IKEA 365+ Food container with lid, square plastic, 750 ml
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£110.20 ≈ | Polypropylene | 750 ml | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ |
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This square 750 ml container is made from durable polypropylene and includes a snap-and-lock lid with a silicone rubber seal. It is microwave-safe, dishwasher-safe, leak-proof, stackable and suitable for transporting food or storing leftovers. ★ Ideal forIt suits eco-friendly plastic food storage because its durable polypropylene body is reusable, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe, leak-proof and stackable, helping reduce reliance on disposable containers.
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IKEA IKEA 365+ Food container with lid, rectangular plastic, 1.0 l, 3 pack
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£4.43 ≈ | Polypropylene plastic with silicone rubber seal | 1.0 l | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | ✓ |
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This three-pack includes durable rectangular polypropylene plastic containers with silicone rubber seals. They are microwave-safe, dishwasher-safe, leak-proof, stackable, and suitable for storing or reheating leftovers. ★ Ideal forThis product suits eco-friendly plastic food storage because its durable polypropylene construction is reusable, its stackable design saves storage space, and its leak-proof seal helps reduce food waste by keeping leftovers fresh.
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IKEA KORALLVIPPA Dry food jar with lid, set of 6, transparent
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£10.35 ≈ | Polystyrene-acrylic plastic, polypropylene plastic, silicone rubber | 2 x 0.5 l, 2 x 0.9 l, 1 x 1 l, 1 x 2 l | — | ✓ | — | — | ✓ |
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This set includes six transparent plastic jars in four sizes, with airtight lids and ventilation buttons for easier opening. They are dishwasher-safe and stackable, making them suitable for organizing dry foods while keeping contents visible. ★ Ideal forThis product suits eco-conscious food storage because its airtight lids can help keep dry foods fresh and reduce household food waste, while the reusable dishwasher-safe jars replace disposable packaging.
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Rubbermaid Rubbermaid Brilliance 10-Piece Set, Leak-Proof and Clear Food Storage Containers
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£49.19 ≈ | Premium-grade plastic | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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This 10-piece set uses durable, clear plastic containers with airtight, leak-proof lids and built-in vents for microwave reheating. The containers are dishwasher safe, BPA free, and stackable, making them suitable for meal preparation, leftovers, and organized pantry or refrigerator storage. ★ Ideal forIt suits eco-conscious shoppers because the durable BPA-free plastic containers are reusable, leak-proof, dishwasher safe, and stackable for long-term everyday food storage.
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