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Plastic-Free Rating
Water
Water·Lifefactory

Glass Active Cap

D
PFR Grade
Poor — significant plastic content, use with caution
While the body is glass, the lid contains many plastic parts and is prone to leaking. It is also heavy.
PFR Avoid

A glass water bottle with a protective silicone sleeve and a wide mouth, featuring a flip-top cap. Designed for easy cleaning and ergonomic grip.

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
4
Packaging
3
Transparency
4
Durability
5

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Last updated: April 8, 2026

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High Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

While the body is glass, the lid contains many plastic parts and is prone to leaking. It is also heavy.

Why We Recommend This Product

Lifefactory's Glass Active Cap is made from Glass body, BPA-free silicone sleeve, plastic lid components. Certifications: BPA-free, Phthalate-free.

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:unspecified (lid components)
1

Various plastic chemicals

Source

Lifefactory Glass Active Cap

Health Risk

Many plastic parts in the lid, potential for leakage.

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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