Melzware glass containers

Glass Food Storage & Meal Prep Containers with Lids

Swap plastic for glass with Melzware borosilicate glass food storage containers. Our glass meal prep containers go from fridge to microwave or oven, and airtight, leak-proof lids keep leftovers, lunches and pantry staples fresh. Glass won't stain or hold food smells, and it's BPA-free and reusable for years. Choose classic easy-lock lids or stylish glass containers with bamboo lids, delivered straight to your door.

  • Borosilicate glass that resists chipping, scratching and shattering
  • Microwave and oven safe, so you can reheat or bake in the same dish
  • Airtight, leak-proof lids with silicone seals
Melzware 12 piece glass meal prep containers with airtight lids
★★★★★4.9 out of 533 reviews on our 12 piece set

Good to know

Choosing and caring for glass food containers

Quick answers about glass meal prep containers, borosilicate glass, microwave and oven use, and looking after your containers and bamboo lids.

Are glass food storage containers better than plastic?

For most kitchens, yes. Glass is non-toxic and BPA-free, so nothing leaches into hot or cold food. It doesn't stain from tomato sauce or curry, doesn't hold onto smells, and won't warp or go cloudy over time. You can also reheat and serve in the same dish, and good glass containers last for years, which means less single-use plastic.

Can I put glass containers in the microwave and oven?

Yes. The borosilicate glass containers in our 12 piece and 4 piece sets are microwave and oven safe, so you can reheat leftovers or bake without changing dishes. Always take the lid off first. To protect the glass, avoid sudden temperature changes: don't move a container straight from the freezer into a hot oven or put a hot dish on a cold, wet surface.

What is borosilicate glass?

Borosilicate glass is a stronger type of glass made to handle heat. It resists chipping, scratching and shattering better than ordinary glass and copes with hot and cold far better, which is why it's used for laboratory glassware and quality bakeware. It's what makes our containers suitable for the fridge, microwave and oven.

How do I care for the glass containers and bamboo lids?
  • The glass containers are dishwasher safe.
  • Wash bamboo lids by hand with warm soapy water and dry them straight away; don't soak them or put them in the dishwasher.
  • Rub a little food-safe oil into bamboo lids now and then to keep them looking new.
  • Remove the silicone seals occasionally to clean underneath, then let them dry fully before refitting so the lids stay airtight.
Delivery, returns and gifting

We deliver nationwide in 2–5 business days, with free delivery on orders over R950. You can return unused items within 14 days of delivery, and if anything arrives damaged or faulty we'll repair, replace or refund it. Glass container sets also make a practical gift for new homes, newlyweds and anyone who meal preps. See our shipping policy and refund policy.