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Plastic-Free Rating
Baby & Kids
Mainstream Brand
Baby & Kids·NUK

Simply Natural Glass Bottle

F
PFR Grade
Avoid — high plastic content with documented health risks
The bottle is glass, but contains plastic components (polypropylene and silicone). There have been recalls due to lead in the markings of some NUK glass bottles, which is a significant health concern.
PFR Avoid

The NUK Simply Natural Glass Bottle features a sturdy glass material that is easy to clean and does not retain odors. The nipple is designed to mimic the fit, flow, and movement of mom as closely as possible.

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

This is a rating of this specific product only — not the company. Other products from this brand may score differently.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

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Critical Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

The bottle is glass, but contains plastic components (polypropylene and silicone). There have been recalls due to lead in the markings of some NUK glass bottles, which is a significant health concern.

Synthetic Plastic Content
%
synthetic plastic by weight

Why We Rated It This Way

NUK's Simply Natural Glass Bottle is made from Borosilicate glass bottle, silicone nipple, polypropylene protective cover and bottle rim. Certifications: BPA-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.

Contains:Polypropylene, Silicone
1

Various plastic chemicals

Source

NUK Simply Natural Glass Bottle

Health Risk

Potential for microplastic exposure from polypropylene and silicone parts. Past recalls due to lead in bottle markings.

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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