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Klean
Kanteen Answers
Most questions received at Klean Kanteen™ are answered
below. In order to avoid delays and speed up your answer, please review
them to see if your question is answered here.
How much does a Kanteen weigh?
Klean Kanteens are lighter than they look, the 12oz bottle weighs
4oz, the 18oz bottle weighs 6oz, the 27oz bottle weighs 8oz and the
40oz bottle weighs 11oz.
Can I put hot liquids in my Klean
Kanteen?
No. Klean Kanteens are single walled and not for use with HOT liquids.
Warm beverages can be used at personal comfort level.
Can I put my Kanteen in the freezer?
It is not recommend.
Can I put my Kanteen on a stove?
In a pinch, the Kanteen can be placed on fire or a stove. Beware not
to melt the plastic lid or burn yourself.
Why is the sports cap made of
plastic and not stainless steel?
Your teeth. We chose polypropylene #5 because it has no known leaching
characteristics and is softer if you hit a bump on the trail. If you’d
rather avoid plastic altogether, a stainless steel screw-on lid is
available as an accessory.
What is stainless steel?
Stainless steel is an iron-containing alloy made from some of the
basic elements found on earth: iron ore, chromium, silicon, nickel,
carbon, nitrogen, and manganese. Properties of the final alloy are
tailored by varying amounts of these elements. There are more than
57 stainless steels recognized as standard alloys on the market. Klean
Kanteens are constructed from high quality sanitary grade 304 stainless
steel which has a low nickel content. Stainless steel has excellent
resistance to stain or rust due to its chromium content making it
a material of choice among the food processing, dairy and brewery
industries. Stainless steel is easy to clean, durable, inert and sanitary.
What is nickel and how can it affect
my health?
Nickel is a naturally abundant element found in the earth’s crust,
soil and ocean floor. It is generally resistant to corrosion and is
therefore used to make metal alloys such as stainless steel. Approximately
10-15% of the population is sensitive to nickel. The health effects
of nickel are highly dependent on the manner and degree of exposure,
according to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
(ATSDR), a department of the U.S. Dept. of Public Health and Human
Services. The ATSDR warns that environmental exposures may arise from
wearing costume jewelry, handling coins or from inhaling dust near
nickel industries. The most common reaction to handling nickel is
a skin rash at the site of contact. Less frequently, those sensitive
to nickel have asthma attacks after inhaling dust containing nickel.
Klean Kanteens are constructed of high quality, sanitary grade 304
stainless steel. 304 has a low nickel content and is preferred by
breweries and dairies.
Will the stainless steel react
with acidic beverages?
No.
Why is the Kanteen made in China?
The Klean Kanteen is made “responsibly” in China because
one of our founding principles was to produce an economically priced
high quality stainless steel bottle as an alternative to plastic and
lined metal containers therefore promoting healthy living with respect
for the environment.
Our preference from the outset has been to produce our
bottles closer to home but extensive research in the manufacturing
sector left us resolute that our bottles can not be made closer to
home at a reasonable price without sacrificing quality and safety,
something we are steadfast against.
Is the Klean Kanteen factory
safe?
Yes. We visit our manufacturing facilities 4-5 times per year and
perform audits every six months to ensure all of our products are
produced with respect for the environment and fair labor standards,
including: the ethical treatment of factory workers, child labor,
wages/benefits, health and safety, etc. Additionally, we do regular
lab testing on random shipments through a local lab in the U.S. to
ensure our products are made per our specifications and free of hazardous
substances (lead, chromium, manganese, etc.).
We believe that the Klean Kanteen is and will continue
to be one of the safest and environmentally conscious beverage containers
on the market today while upholding stringent design and manufacturing
standards.
Is the Kanteen a thermos?
No. A Kanteen is a single-walled bottle and has little insulating
properties. Keep in mind that if your drink is boiling hot, the Kanteen
will be too hot to directly handle. The single-walled construction
allows for more volume and the option to put your Kanteen on a flame.
How do I clean my Kanteen?
Klean Kanteens are dishwasher safe (washing caps in the dishwasher
is not recommended because H2O can squeeze itself into the cap) or
easy to clean with a bottle brush and mild soap. We recommend an old
fashioned cleaner: white vinegar and baking soda.
Why is stainless steel better
than aluminum?
Aluminum although light weight has to be lined with something to make
sure the contents are safe for drinking. Usually it is lined with
baked on epoxy (toxic) or ceramic (can crack).
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