The following information is a list of the different types of plastics used to make NALGENE® Brand Products:

Polycarbonate (PC)
High impact resistance
Resistant to staining
Won't retain odors
Withstands sub-freezing to boiling temperatures
Dishwasher safe away from the heating element
Max temperature: 135°C/275°F
Min temperature: -135°C/-211°F

High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Sturdy
Translucent
Reliable
Economical
Dishwasher safe away from the heating element
Max. temperature: 120°C/248°F
Min. temperature: -100°C/-148°F

Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
Flexible
Excellent impact resistance
Microwaveable (un-assemble lid from container)
Natural or white
Dishwasher safe away from heating element
Max. temperature: 80°C/176°F
Min. temperature: -100°C/-148°F

Polypropylene (PP)
Sturdy
Translucent
Microwaveable (un-assemble lid from container)
Dishwasher safe away from heating element
Max. temperature: 135°C/275°F
Min. temperature: -40°C/121°F

NALGENE CANTENE (TM)
Transparent Multi-Layer Film
Flexible
Collapsible
Dishwasher safe (away from heating element)
Max. temperature: 104°C/220°F
Min. temperature: -29°C/-20°F