Can You Microwave Rubbermaid? (The Safety Tips You Need to Know…)

Quick Answer: Yes, you can microwave most Rubbermaid food storage containers. But there are still some things you’ll need to take into consideration. We’ll give you the facts below.

Let’s take a look…

What Is Rubbermaid?

Rubbermaid is almost synonymous with food storage.The company makes both plastic and glass storage products and has been going since 1920.

There are other things Rubbermaid makes, too, like trash cans, car organizers and household cleaning tools.But these are probably not as widely known as the brand’s food containers.

Generally speaking, Rubbermaid makes these containers out of microwave-safe materials.Recognizing consumers’ concerns about BPA, the company also started makinga number of BPA-free productsafter 2009.

That means that if you have Rubbermaid containers that were produced before 2009, they may have BPA in them. 

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But if you have newer Rubbermaid food storage products, they’ll usually be BPA-free and microwavable.

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Different Types of Rubbermaid Products

There is quite a long list of pantry organization and food storage products made by Rubbermaid.

Here are some of them (all BPA-free):

• LunchBlox Sandwich Kits
• Glass Containers with Easy Find Lids
• TakeAlongs Containers
• Lock-Its

These are all microwavable.However, there are some Rubbermaid items that probably aren’t microwavable, like the Modular Cereal Containers and the FreshWorks Produce Savers.But these aren’t the kinds of things you would normally microwave, anyway.

So clearly, there are some exceptions to the rule that Rubbermaid food storage products are currently made microwavable, but they make a lot of sense. 

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How Do You Know If a Rubbermaid Product Is Microwave Safe or Not?

The easiest way to find out if a Rubbermaid product is microwavable is to check the bottom, or the packaging you bought it in. There should be something written that informs you about the microwavable feature.

You may also want to check on the Rubbermaid website. The company tends to describe its products individually as “microwavable” when the description is applicable.

It’s also good to keep in mind the age of your Rubbermaid container. Is it an older model? Has it been passed down from generation to generation?

If so, it might not actually be microwavable. But you can call the company and ask if you know what year (or decade) it was made in.

Labels on Rubbermaid Products to Be Aware Of

There should be a label on the bottom of the container that says “microwave safe.” If you don’t see it there, your Rubbermaid product may not be microwavable after all.

This rule extends to all rubber and glass containers. If you don’t see the label, it’s often a good idea to assume that they’re not microwave-safe. 

The only other way to be sure is to contact the manufacturer. You may also get lucky and find the information right on the website’s FAQ page or on the product page.

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Bonus Safety Tips

• Don’t leave the lid on a container when microwaving. If you want to cover your food, make sure the lid is open a good ways. Better yet, use a piece of wax paper instead.
• Not all plastic food containers are created equal. If one brand’s is microwavable, another brand’s might not be.
• Microwavable glass containers aren’t supposed to get hot, but plastic might. Try using a towel or an oven mitt to take a plastic container out.

Joey Bruno

Hey, I’m Joey. I’ve been cooking since I was a little kid and love everything about it. You can find my writing about food, kitchen appliances (such as blenders) and much more. Thanks for stopping by!