Is it safe to store hot tea in PET bottles?

Question

Every morning I bring with me a small PETE (from some searches it seems to be the same as PET plastic) bottle (an ex coke bottle) containing hot tea.

1. Is it safe to store hot liquids, especially, tea in this type of container?
2. Is possible, under these conditions, that the bottle releases some harmful substances?

Thanks in advance.

Asked by iRubens

Answer

Live and learn, I was writing about PET causing cancer, but that's a hoax, apparently.

Some plastics can stand heat better than others, so try to be on the safe side, and let the liquid cool to 50°C (122°F) before storing it.

No, it won't release any harmful substances.

Answered by BaffledCook

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