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Filed Under ** Cheat Sheets!, Food Safety, PVC Free
A while back we did a quick write up of safer alternatives to lunch boxes when all that “lead in lunchboxes” hoopla went down. Since then there are so many great alternatives to lunch boxes available that it totally warrants a new cheat sheet. Lunchboxes are perfect for little and big kids and help reduce waste that’s clogging up our environment. Whether stainless steel, canvas or recyclable plastic is your thing – there is a lunch system for you. No matter what age. Note: This is not a comprehensive list – if you think a brand should be on here please let us know and we’ll verify it! (Last Updated July 8, 2011)
Lunch Boxes, Bags and Lunch Systems
We looked high and low for lunch boxes and gear that was free of BPA, PVC, Phthalates and either claims to be lead-free or meets CPSIA testing standards for lead. I’ve noted which brands claim what regarding lead. All of our picks are also free of Microban. Here are our picks
- Built NY (meets lead req)
- CitizenPip Reusable Lunch Kits (lead free)
- Crocodile Creek Lunch Boxes (meets lead req)
- ECOlunchboxes (lead free)
- GoodByn (meets lead req)
- Dabbawalla Lunch bags (lead free)
- Dante Beatrix Lunch Boxes (lead free)
- EasyLunchBoxes.com (lead free)
- FourPeas Insulated Lunch Bags (lead free)
- FUEL Lunch Bags, Boxes and Utensils (interior liner lead free)
- Kids Konserve (lead free)
- Laptop Lunch Systems (lead free)
- Mimi The Sardine Lunch Bug and Lunch Sack (lead free)
- Munchlers by NYBuilt (meets lead req)
- My MatSack (meets lead req)
- Skip*Hop Zoo Lunchies Insulated Lunch Bags (meets lead req)
- ThermaPod Mini (lead free)
- PackIt Insulated Lunch Bag (lead free)
- PlanetBox (lead free)
- Pottery Barn Kids (meets lead req)
- To-Go Wear Stainless Food Carriers
- Thermos Brand Lunch Boxes (meet lead req)
Lunchable Storage Containers
- ECOlunchbox Stainless Food Storage
- Graze Organic Lunch Bags & Napkins (lead free)
- Greentainers Srainless Steel food containers
- LunchBots Stainless Food Containers {SAFEMAMA20 for 20% off at LunchBots.com}
- Kinderville Silicone Food Jars
- ThinkBaby Feeding Set and Separates
- Innobaby Keepin’ Fresh Glass and Plastic food storage
- Thermos Stainless Food Jars
- Thermos FUNtainers and Straw Bottles
- Fresh Snack Pack
- ReUsies Sandwich and Snack Bags
- SnackTAXI reusable snack and sandwich bags
I also encourage you to download the CHEJ 2010 Back to School PVC Free School Supplies shopping guide and the EWG Back to School Guide for more ideas on having a less toxic school year.
Great places to shop for lunch/food storage gear:
- The Soft Landing
- ReUseit.com
- MightyNest (get 10% off with code “MightyMama10″)
- The Glass Baby Bottle
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You absolutely need to add planetbox.
What about easylunchboxes.com? Do those meet the requirements?
What about built NY?
Did you happen to look at Lands End? It’d be interesting to see some of the popular brands that did NOT make your list. Thanks for all you do!
I’m interested to know about dante beatrix lunch boxes. They have adorable designs BUT are they safe for our children?
I love your site and I know better for kids and the earth usually means a little bit more expensive but to advertise a lunchbox that costs $29.95 seems crazy! I would never support a company that rips it’s consumer off. I know everyone needs to make a profit but it is very hypocritical to be “earth friendly” but so selfish when it comes to making a profit. Just my opinion.
Or what about LLBean?
@Robin – I don’t know which lunch box you are referring to but we aren’t advertising any of these. Just providing a list of companies that meet our requirements. I am also looking into (but have a hard time getting responses from some companies) other mainstream options as well. We received mass email asking what brands are the safest… not what’s the cheapest. The beauty is that you can buy or not buy whatever you want. There are varying price points in the list and you have the freedom to buy or support whichever company you prefer.
@Bonnie @christy I am going to look into both Lands End and Beatrix for you!
I think Built NY is lead free and toxin free too, check them out! I have one and it’s a bit pricey but defiantly worth it for the quality!
Love all of these lists! Just curious abt the yubo lunchbox – I see it on blogs all the time. It says bpa free, but not sure abt the other requirements. I have a few of the ones listed above, but always looking for a way to make lunch fun, easy & safe! Thanks!
If you really want to make a safe list, how about some companies who don’t use plastic or nylon, ie. Planetbox and Graze Organic? They should be on the list for sure!
@jane zaron: PlanetBox is on the list.
But I’ll definitely check into Graze Organic. I had not heard of them yet. Thanks!