Can you break a Nalgene?

Recently, I had one of my new BPA-free Nalgene bottles in the freezer only half full. I dropped it on the ground and it shattered into 5 pieces. Nalgene uses various materials and offers many different bottle models. See the company's materials page for a break down.
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Are Nalgene bottles indestructible?

Even Nalgene, the company made famous for its virtually indestructible, outdoor-adventure-friendly water bottle, is on the list.
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What happens if your Nalgene breaks?

If you can break a Nalgene water bottle, not only will they replace it, but you will also get a free t-shirt that says "I broke a Nalgene."
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Are Nalgenes durable?

Nalgene water bottles are virtually indestructible. Only a bad fall of several meters would eventually break them. The cap and its loop-top are sturdy.
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Why do backpackers like Nalgene?

Rigid bottles like plastic Nalgenes are also excellent for winter use because they can fit inside insulated cozies. The primary drawback to rigid bottles is they don't pack well with other objects and they are heavy for the amount of water they carry.
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How to Break a Nalgene Bottle



Why do hikers use Nalgene bottles?

Nalgene's have a wide mouth which make them easy to clean if you plan on using something other than water. For example, if you need to throw some electrolyte power/tablet into your water you can safely clean the bottle and prevent mold from building up and causing stomach problems on your hike.
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Are Nalgene leaks proof?

Take your Nalgene bottle to the gym, office, camping, exploring and everywhere in between. This Nalgene water bottle is completely leak proof, made of virtually indestructible BPA-free Tritan, easy to clean and dishwasher safe on the top rack.
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What is Nalgene made of?

Nalgene containers are made from a wide variety of plastic types to meet virtually any laboratory application. Choices include chemically-resistant LDPE, HDPE, FLPE and PP bottles, plus autoclavable PP, PMP and PC offerings. PETG bottles are sold presterilized and exhibit low gas permeability.
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How many Nalgene bottles should I drink a day?

And I set a goal of drinking three full bottles per day, for a total of 96 ounces — a whole five ounces more than the recommended amount, because I'm nothing if not an overachiever. Carrying my Nalgene around with me everywhere was a crucial move.
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Do Nalgenes have a lifetime warranty?

We have a lifetime warranty on all Nalgene bottles.
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Are Nalgene bottles Safe 2021?

Health & Safety: Nalgene

There was some controversy regarding whether or not their products were bad for your health, because they contained BPA. Since then, Nalgene has switched from using polycarbonate plastic to a completely safe no BPA formula, so no worries there.
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How does Nalgene warranty work?

Nalgene products have a lifetime warranty for manufacturing defects such as leaking/cracked/broken bottles and lids. If you purchased your Nalgene product from our webstore, please email us at [email protected] with your order number and issue as well as any photos you have of the defective product.
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Why is Nalgene so popular?

There is a clear reason that the Nalgene Wide-Mouth has been so ubiquitous in the world of outdoor recreation for the past few decades. It's a durable bottle that is also lightweight and easy to clean. It has a few tricks up its sleeve that can make campsite cooking and cold winter nights a little easier.
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Can you microwave a Nalgene?

Nalgene water bottles are a great way to keep your drinks hot or cold on the go. Not only are they durable and leak-proof, but they are also microwave safe. If you want to reheat your drink in a Nalgene bottle, just remove the lid and start with shorter heating times.
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Why are Nalgene bottles bad?

Although Bisphenol-A (BPA), the stuff in Nalgene's classic polycarbonate shatterproof water bottles, has been used for nearly 50 years in products like baby bottles, water bottles and the lining of most metal food and beverage containers, some scientists found study results that suggest BPA could cause “potential ...
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How hot can Nalgene get?

Nalgene products can be autoclaved, so they can stand at least 121 degrees Centigrade. Autoclaving is a process of sterilizing that subjects the object to relatively high temperatures. This is generally done with steam so the temperature is always greater than boiling point of water (212F or 100C).
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Are Nalgene bottles airtight?

Protect what you need to by storing in Nalgene air-tight, leak-proof storage containers. Stackable for convenient storage. The wide mouth opening makes it easy to scoop what you need when you need it. Shatter resistant and dishwasher safe.
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Is Nalgene BPA free?

Nalgene – The original water bottle. Made in the USA. BPA Free.
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Is Nalgene a polyethylene?

Nalgene Polyethylene Bottle - 2 fl. oz.
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Is it safe to put boiling water in a Nalgene?

The juice+bottle doesn't cost much more than one of those fancy water bottles. However, don't even put anything hot into such a bottle, let alone boiling. High temperatures makes the plastic shrink and deform. Nalgene is designed to break down over time.
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Can you put boiling water in ultralight Nalgene?

You can put boiling hot water in them for drinks. You can put boiling hot water in them to warm a sleeping bag/quilt. The caps are attached to the bottles and can't be lost.
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