We constantly do research before deciding on the best materials for our goods. For your family, we want to make sure you have access to the safest, greenest solutions. Because of this, we selected silicone over the plastic to make our leak-proof Blue Water Bento package lids. When dropped in the environment, silicone does not degrade into microplastic. Since silicone does not break down into tiny bits when it is lost in the environment like plastic does, it is far more ocean-friendly and incredibly durable. Furthermore, silicone outperforms plastic substitutes in terms of durability and resistance to heat (even in industrial dishwashers!) and cold. Silicone may be recycled at specialist facilities and is non-toxic when burnt. Yes, silicone can be recycled through specialized facilities and safely burned without emitting hazardous fumes. (ECOlunchbox will manage recycling silicone through a mail-in program to a specialized recycler and take back silicone from our goods.) When silicone i