By Catherine Haug, October 27, 2017
Have you noticed that Ball canning lids have changed? They have a new name, ” Sure Tight,” and have a silver rather than gold color. The packaging states “BPA-Free,” and states they will hold their seal for 18 months. Ball states these new “Sure Tight” lids will replace all prior lids, but you can still buy the old-style lids while stock is still available.
The new lids feature (1):
- Doubling of the tinplate coating;
- Additional rust resistance;
- A storage life for unused lids for up to five years from purchase;
- A new guarantee of a seal that would last up to 18 months.
But there are reported problems with these new lids. (more…)