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Amazon Basics Glass Food Storage Containers with Locking Lids (14-Piece Set)

Key Specs

Price

$28.00 USD

Container Material

Borosilicate Glass

Lid Material

Plastic (type not disclosed)

Max Oven Temperature

450°F

Amazon Basics

Amazon Basics Glass Food Storage Containers with Locking Lids (14-Piece Set)

#16 of 16 food storage containers tested

5.9R3 Score / 10

There are better options - here's why.

Safety

5.794% weight

Efficacy

7.36% weight

Usability

8.61% weight

The bottom line

What the product listing won't tell you

Know before you buy

The lid plastic type is not disclosed. Despite having the best container glass material (borosilicate), the unknown lid composition holds this product back from a top safety score. If Amazon Basics disclosed the lid plastic as PP, the overall score would jump significantly.

Buy it if

You want the best glass material available for food storage at a budget-friendly price under $30

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You transport food regularly and need the most leak-resistant locking clip seal system

You want borosilicate glass that handles freezer-to-oven temperature changes without cracking

You are comfortable with the BPA-free claim on the lid even though the specific plastic type is not disclosed

Skip if

You need full material transparency on all food-contact surfaces including the lid plastic
You want quick one-handed access to containers and find four-tab locking lids frustrating for daily use
You prefer silicone or PP lids with explicitly disclosed material composition

What's inside

Specs the product listing doesn't explain

Safety & Materials

What your food and family come into contact with every use

Container MaterialBorosilicate Glass

Lid MaterialPlastic (type not disclosed)

Dishwasher SafeYes

BPA-FreeYes

Efficacy

What determines how well this performs its core job

Max Oven Temperature450°F

Usability

Ease of use, maintenance, and longevity

Price$28.00 USD

Seal TypeLocking Clips

Price Per Piece$4.00 USD

How we scored it

3 criteria - open any layer to see exactly what we found

5.7

Safety

Good

7.3

Efficacy

Excellent

8.6

Usability

Good

Material SafetyCritical

94%

7.0▾

R3 Verdict

The borosilicate glass container body is the best material available for food storage — chemically inert, thermally shock-resistant, and FDA-approved. The weak point is the lid: Amazon Basics does not disclose what type of plastic the lid is made from. The blue silicone ring gasket is a positive signal, but the lid body plastic type remains unknown.

Criteria

Container Body Material

10/10

Borosilicate glass is the gold standard for food storage — chemically inert, thermal shock-resistant, and FDA-approved. It will not leach chemicals into your food at any temperature, and it can handle sudden temperature changes that would crack regular glass.

Lid Material

2/10

Amazon Basics does not disclose the specific plastic type used for the lids. While the lids are marketed as BPA-free, the lack of material transparency is a concern since the lid contacts your food directly. The blue silicone gasket ring is a good sign, but the lid body plastic remains unknown.

Functional PerformanceImportant

10▾

R3 Verdict

Perfect functional performance. Borosilicate glass handles 450°F oven temperatures, and the 4-sided locking clip system is the most leak-resistant seal type available. You can confidently transport soups and sauces without worrying about spills.

Criteria

Oven-Safe Maximum Temperature

10/10

Oven-safe to 450°F without the lid. Borosilicate glass handles sudden temperature changes better than soda-lime glass, so moving from freezer to oven is less risky.

Daily UsabilityNice to have

8.0▾

R3 Verdict

Glass containers and lids are dishwasher safe, and the flat-lidded design stacks neatly. The trade-off for that excellent seal is that locking tabs require two hands to open and close, which can be frustrating during quick fridge grabs.

Criteria

Dishwasher Safe

10/10

Glass containers are fully dishwasher safe. Lids can go in the dishwasher but hand washing is recommended for longevity of the silicone gasket.

Where to buy

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Starting price

$28

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#16 of 16 food storage containers reviewed

BPA-Free

10/10

Both borosilicate glass containers and plastic lids are confirmed BPA-free by Amazon Basics.

PFAS-Free Lid Seal

5/10

Amazon Basics has not published PFAS-free testing for the lid seal. This is typical across most food storage brands in this category.

Seal Type

10/10

Four-sided locking clips with a silicone gasket ring provide the best leak protection in this category. You can transport soups, sauces, and liquids with confidence.

Lid Mechanism Ease

6/10

Each lid has four locking tabs that must be clipped open and shut individually. This requires two hands and takes longer than snap-on lids — the trade-off for that excellent leak protection.

Stackable Design

10/10

Both rectangular and round containers stack neatly with their flat lids, making good use of fridge and cabinet shelf space.