*Updated January 2023*
Ball’s canning products have been in steady demand for our customers over the years, so we carry one of the largest online selections of their products. Ball® has stopped selling to preservers directly, but Fillmore Container will continue to carry one of the largest varieties of Ball and Kerr jars, at the best prices.
If you need help calculating the pectin you need for your jam or jelly, use this handy pectin calculator. If you’re new to canning, a simple pH chart will give you guidance on pH and which preserving method will be needed. Making jelly without pectin? You can use a sheet test to determine if you’ve reached the gelling point. Don’t forget to sift through their recipes too. Or maybe you’ll want to add the latest Ball Blue Book to your cart? Whether you are preserving to strengthen your food security & independence or canning with gifting in mind, we’ve got the proper jars and lids to suit your needs. You can find compatible lids and fitments to each jar under its “Accessories” tab.
We are often asked which Ball products we carry, so we’ve put a list together for you.
Ball’s traditional clear glass wide mouth canning jars with the Ball signature imprinted on the front of the jar are available in 16oz, and 24oz, 32oz, 64oz.
Ball’s Quilted jelly jars offer a traditional look and are an old favorite with canners. The quilted line of jars are available in 4oz, 8oz, and 12oz. and come with bands and lids.
Ball’s traditional canning jar with the Ball signature imprinted on the front of the jar with tapered shoulders is available in 16oz, and 32 oz.
The Smooth-Sided Jar Collection from Ball offers a smooth face on three sides of the jars, with a minimized Ball logo on one side. These jars accommodate a wide variety of labeling for preserves and increase decorating options for crafting, decor, gifting and sharing. They are available in 16 oz. regular mouth, 32 oz. regular mouth, and 32 oz. wide mouth. Read more about these jars here.
All of Ball’s jars come packaged with bands and lids, but if you need fresh dome lids they are sold 12 to a pack, or you can purchase a combo ring and dome set sold in packs of 12. If you do a lot of canning, consider purchasing our bulk flats, available in both regular and wide mouth. They are manufactured by Ball, but are unmarked. Ball’s plastic storage lids are also a nice one-piece option when storing open jars in the fridge available in both regular and wide mouth. They are packaged 8 to a pack.
Be sure you are using jars that are freezer safe. Check out the chart below to identify which jars are best for freezing. Learn more about how to freeze in jars safely here https://www.fillmorecontainer.com/blog/2017/01/16/new-smooth-sided-jars-from-ball/st.
Are we missing a Ball jar that you love? Unfortunately, we can’t carry every single jar from Ball and here’s why:
We can bring items in as a special order, but that involves a minimum quantity expected in order to do so and a greater lead time. If there is a particular item that you’re interested in, feel free to ask by emailing info@fillmorecontainer.com with the details.
Thanks
This was no help I want to order my canning lids and rings next month in bulk ,and so far no company has a good price or the amount I need
Hello Carman, As the nation continues to experience shortages in glass packaging and canning lids, the availability will be sporadic. Since we are a top distributor, we continue to get monthly shipments of both Ball Mason Jars and of bulk lids, but the manufacturers are rationing them. This results in higher prices across the board, and continued stocking challenges. Because the demand is so much greater than the supply, you may see some of the volume pricing tiers going away temporarily, to reduce hoarding or price gauging, and to allow those who need them now to get moderate quantities. If you can find some this month, we’d suggest getting them while you have the opportunity.
Do you have a gift shop & if so what are the hours? Can you also give the gift shop address?
Hi Linda, We do not have a gift shop.
Where does your product come from? Where is it manufactured? I keep ordering lids and getting fake knock-offs from China
Hi Ann,
All of our 2-piece lids are made here in the USA. Most of our glassware is also made here in the USA. Although our manufacturers are USA based, there are a few exceptions where they can’t keep up with demand and have supplemented with offshore ware out of necessity. We identify manufacturers on the product pages.
Does Ball still make golden harvest large drinking glass jar w/handle? If so where can I buy them? PLEASE…
Thank you, Margaret Nichols
With the latest changes in Ball ownership, and with the recent shortages, we really can’t know if they will make them again. Your best bet is to just google them.
Do you still carry the rubber seals for the antique glass lid jars, the one’s that have the metal clamp over the top? If not, do you know of anyone who might have something comparable? Thank you!
Hi Lisa, We don’t carry those separate gaskets. Your best bet will be to google them for your choices of online options.
Live in Arizona do you ship to Arizona? Do you have stores in Arizona
Hi Roxie, We ship all over the USA and Canada! We only have one location here in Lancaster, PA. Our site does automated shipping quotes if you provide your zip code or create an account by logging in.
Looking for 1/2 gallon mason jars
Hi Marie,
We do have 1/2 gallon mason jars in our line-up, but stock is very sporadic. Here is the link to our Ball Jars. If you log in, it will allow you to sign up to be notified when specific items are back in stock. https://www.fillmorecontainer.com/containers/ball-jars.html
Hello,
My name is Monica Legramandi, purchasing manager at MSL Distribution LLC. We are an eCommerce retailer from Orlando, Florida.
We are always looking for new products from high-quality brands to carry for our customers, and upon reviewing the products listed on your website, we found a number of great opportunities.
We would love to open a wholesale account with your company, working with you as a retail partner selling your product(s) and using our resources to boost your brand. Would it be possible for you to:
1. Send us your estimated delivery times and MOQ
2. Let us know what information you would need from us to proceed, and the next steps to set up a wholesale account.
We look forward to working with your company and developing a successful relationship.
Best regards,
Monica Legramandi
4327 S Hwy 27, Box #647
Clermont, FL 34711
Hi Monica, All of our customers set up their account through our website, which has price tiers posted that would apply to all. With the current supply shortages, some of the price tiers have temporarily been removed.Once an account is created, and you have the appropriate addresses, the system will quote shipping and ETA’s on both ground orders and LTL orders. Truckload orders (generally ranging from 20 – 28 full skids, depending on the density) would be the exceptions.
I’m looking for Ball jars with handles to use for *HOT* tea or *HOT* coffee mugs. The style displayed on your website would work for me, however it specifically states in the description that these handled jars are intended ofr COLD drinks.
Does that mean no heat to the level required for canning, but okay for a hot tea or coffee?
Hi Nina, This can get a little muddy…you are correct, they are not intended for canning. The most significant risk of temperature related breakage with these (as with most glassware) is from thermal shock. Breakage is likely to happen when the glassware is exposed to a drastic change of temperature. Many people do use these for hot drinks without problems in some situations, but they need to consider the limits of the thermal shock differential. The thermal shock differential is the range of change that glass can generally withstand before experiencing shock and damage. For canning jars, this range is generally 90 degrees Fahrenheit. This is why you can’t place hot canning jars taken from the canner directly onto a marble/tile or other material that is often cool or transfers heat quickly. So, you would likely not have an issue with a hot drink being poured into a room temperature mug, but you could have an issue if you’re hosting outside, or in a cold venue where the jars would be much colder. I hope this helps.
I have many canning materials. What I need most are boxes to store my jars. After many years of use, they break down and fall apart. Is there any way to get new boxes? Or ideas of containers to store my jars in?
Hi Laurie, That’s a common dilemma for serious canners. There isn’t a way to get replacement boxes, however we used to carry a product that was created in direct response to that need. It’s called the JarBox. We no longer carry them, but I believe they may be available. Here is their site; https://www.jarbox.com/
I’m looking for boxes with dividers for storing my ball jars. Do you make them or do you recommend where I could find some?
We used to carry JarBox, but do not carry them any longer. You can probably still find them somewhere online.