Q. What's the difference between CT & lug?
A. These are the two primary types of containers
and closures currently used in food packaging. Continuous-thread (CT) is the Mason-style
closure mechanism where the jar and lid are both threaded in one continuous bead
around the entire circumference of the opening; also referred to as "screw-on".
Lug is the closure system where the container has multiple threads and the lid has
an equal number of lugs or tabs that grip the corresponding threads; also known
as "twist-on".
Q. What is the best jar/lid combination for my product?
A. You have most of the answers to this question.
What will you be putting in the jar? Will you hot-fill, water bath, or pressure
cook your product? If you're water bathing your product,
we suggest a retortable continuous-thread closure because there is less likelihood
of over-tightening a continuous-thread, and retortable lids can withstand the higher
heat of a boiling water bath (212 degrees F). Standard one-piece lids are manufactured
for hot-fill temperatures (around 180 degrees F). Twist closures are manufactured
primarily for compatibility with commercial machine capping equipment, but many
of our customers twist them on by hand. After you determine what type of jar and
lid combination will work best for your processing method, it's simply a matter
of preference for appearance and price.
Q. Do you sell "Mason" jars?
A. Yes, but the real question is "what
is a 'Mason' jar?". John Mason patented the continuous-thread
closure on November 30, 1858. While most people use the term to refer to a home-canning
jar, any jar with a continuous-thread closure can be called a Mason jar. Most of
the jars we sell are smooth with no embossing, but we do carry a few sizes that
have the word "Mason" embossed on the sides.
Q. Why glass?
A. The first concern for any food product
marketer is the sustainable quality of the food inside. Nothing preserves freshness
or displays the product better than glass. It is largely recycled and fully recyclable.
Q. Does your company offer samples of your products?
A. Yes, we do. We offer samples of most of our jars, lids and wax free of charge, with the
understanding that the customer will assume shipping costs. Fragrance samples are available
for $2.50 per oz. At this point, our website is not configured for sample requests online,
so if you are interested in sampling an item, give us a call or send us an email!
Q. What is your return policy?
A. We will gladly accept items returned in good condition within 30 days of
purchase less a 15% restocking fee. Exchanges are not subject to re-stocking fee.
Customer is responsible for shipping charges.