Question from Lindsey
There is a new plastic Tritan copolyester. Companies such as nalgene are now using this plastic instead to make water bottles. What is your opinion on this plastic? Do you think it is only a matter of time before we learn of downsides of this plastic as well and I should avoid jumping on the band wagon? For example, I am sure nonstick pans for awhile were once thought to be safe and now we know that they are not.
Debra’s Answer
I can’t tell you if it’s only a matter of time before we find out something toxic about this new plastic. Considering the past performance of other plastics, there is some chance that this one may be found to have some toxic component, too.
It is being touted for it’s durability, and that it doesn’t contain bisphenol-a, but it’s still a petrochemical product made from nonrenewable crude oil and it won’t biodegrade.
It’s currently being used for water bottles and for the container of the new model Vita-Mix. Glass would still be a better material for these uses.
If you want to be cautious, I’d say wait and see.
