A few days ago, a customer asked me, how to choose a plastic water cup? Is it safe to drink from plastic water cups?
Today, let’s talk about the knowledge of plastic water cups. We are always exposed to plastic water cups in our lives, whether they are mineral water, cola or plastic water cups used in daily life.
But we rarely take the initiative to learn about plastic water cups. We don’t know whether they are harmful or what their classification is. Today we will break down this knowledge in detail.
Before reading, family members can first pay attention to sharing different water cup knowledge every day; everyone is welcome to comment or send private messages to ask questions!
1. What material are plastic water cups made of?
When we usually use plastic water cups, I wonder if you have noticed the recycling mark on the bottom of the plastic water cup;
These 7 logos are the bottom logos of plastic cups used in our lives; they distinguish each different plastic.
[No. 1] PET, used in mineral water bottles, Coke bottles, etc.
[No. 2] HDPE, used in shower gel, toilet cleaner and other products
【No. 3】PVC, used to make raincoats, combs and other products
[No. 4] LDPE, used for plastic wrap and other film products
【No. 5】PP: water cup, microwave lunch box, etc.
【No. 6】PS: Make instant noodle boxes, fast food boxes, etc.
[No. 7] PC/other categories: kettles, cups, baby bottles, etc.
How do we choose plastic water cups?
The above introduces all the materials of plastic water cups. Let’s talk about the materials of water cups that we use most every day in detail.
Common plastics used in daily water cups are PC, PP and Tritan
It’s absolutely fine for PC and PP to hold boiling water
However, PC is controversial. Many bloggers are promoting that PC releases bisphenol A, which is seriously harmful to the body.
The cup making process is actually not complicated, so many small workshops are imitating it. There are deficiencies in the production process, which results in the products releasing bisphenol A when exposed to hot water above 80°C.
Water cups made by strictly following the process will not have this problem, so when choosing a PC water cup, look for the right water cup brand, and don’t be greedy for small gains and end up causing harm to yourself.
PP and Tritan are the main plastics used for baby bottles
Tritan is currently the designated baby bottle material in the United States. It is a very safe material and will not release harmful substances.
PP plastic is dark gold and is the most commonly used baby bottle material in our country. It can be boiled and sterilized at high temperatures and is very resistant to high temperatures.
So how to choose the material of the water cup?
Plastic water cups that comply with national regulations are actually safe to use. Only these three materials are compared with each other to make a priority level.
Safety performance: Tritan > PP > PC;
Affordable: PC > PP > Tritan;
High temperature resistance: PP > PC > Tritan
2. Choose according to the adaptability to temperature
To understand it simply, it is what drinks we usually use;
We just need to ask ourselves one question: “Should I fill it with boiling water?”
Installation: Choose PP or PC;
Not installed: choose PC or Tritan;
When it comes to plastic water cups, heat resistance has always been a prerequisite for selection.
3. Choose according to usage
If you want to use it as a tumbler for your loved ones when they go shopping, choose a small-capacity, exquisite, leak-proof one;
If you often travel long distances, choose a large-capacity, wear-resistant water bottle;
For daily use in the office, choose a cup with a larger mouth;
Choose different parameters for different uses, and be responsible for the water cup you use for a long time.
4. Select according to capacity
The amount of water consumed by everyone is different. Healthy boys consume 1300ml of water per day, and girls consume 1100ml per day.
A bottle of pure milk in a box is 250ml, and you have an idea of how much milk it can hold in ml.
The following is the method for selecting capacity for the general version
350ml – 550ml for babies and short trips
550ml – 1300ml for home use and sports hydration
5. Select according to design
Cups have different designs and shapes, so it is very necessary to choose a cup that suits you.
Although some plastic water cups are very beautiful, many designs are ineffective. Try to choose a water cup that meets your needs.
It would be better for girls to choose a water cup with a straw mouth, which will not stick to lipstick.
Boys who often travel or exercise choose to drink directly from the mouth, so they can drink water in large gulps.
And when choosing, you should also consider portability; see if the plastic water cup has a buckle or lanyard. If there is no matching one, it is recommended to buy one with a buckle or lanyard. Otherwise, it will be very troublesome to carry it and you will have to hold the cup. body.
Please pay attention when you see the family members here and learn some cool facts about various cups.
Post time: Jul-10-2024