I am trying to find glass jar manufacturers that use only 100% recycled glass?

Question

I am trying to be a little 'greener' everyday. I make all natural products and I have been searching the internet for days and can't get just what I am looking for.

I want 100% recycled clear, green or amber glass jars (with and without lids) for my lotions and candles.

Also, recycled metal tins for the same purpose.

Any ideas would be great!

Answer 1

As far as I am aware , you can't use 100% recycled glass in the melt. You can only add a certain percentage of recycled glass to new glass.

I have never found a glazier that gives you the choice new window glass or the cheaper recycled stuff as you can with paper, car batteries, oil etc.

Answer 2

How about re-using old jars or bottles and save the energy required to recycle that glass...

Answer 3

I have no idea how to tell if the glass in a given jar is recycled, unless I was to trust a small label.

Answer 4

Why, are you trying to save sand?