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Plastic-Free Rating
Water
Water·Hydrapak

Stow

F
PFR Grade
Avoid — high plastic content with documented health risks
Entirely made of various plastics, lacks versatility, doesn't stand up on its own, and leaks when squeezed. Very low score for material and functionality.
PFR Avoid

A collapsible and lightweight water bottle made from multiple plastics, designed for portability and minimal weight.

Score Breakdown

How scores are calculated

Materials (40%): How plastic-free the product is — raw materials, construction, and coatings.

Packaging (20%): Is the product packaged in plastic? Is it recyclable?

Transparency (20%): Does the brand disclose ingredients, sourcing, and manufacturing?

Durability (20%): How long does it last? Longer-lasting products reduce plastic waste over time.

Materials
2
Packaging
2
Transparency
2
Durability
4

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Last updated: April 8, 2026

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Critical Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

Entirely made of various plastics, lacks versatility, doesn't stand up on its own, and leaks when squeezed. Very low score for material and functionality.

Why We Recommend This Product

Hydrapak's Stow is made from Thermoplastic polyurethane, polypropylene, silicone.

Chemical & Health Analysis

Each chemical of concern is broken down below — what it is, where it comes from in this product, what it does to the body, and who is most at risk.

Replaces:Thermoplastic polyurethane, polypropylene, silicone
1

Various plastic chemicals

Source

Hydrapak Stow

Health Risk

Heavy plastic content, potential for chemical leaching, leaks when squeezed.

Who Is Most At RiskEveryone

All health claims are based on published, peer-reviewed research from the NIH, WHO, IARC, and peer-reviewed journals. This information is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice.

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