Plastic container sterilizing?

[Mr. Red Maple]

Do you guys know if you have to sterilize plastic containers? The small ones like 8 and 16 oz. if you hot pack it will the plastic melt? Thanks Mr. Red Maple

[Scribner's Mountain Maple]

It depends on the plastic. If the containers are "intended" for syrup, then no, they can handle high temps and if they are new, I just tip them upside down to make sure nothing has found its way inside, even inspect the inside if possible. When you put in 180-195 degree syrup, it will be good to go. Tip the filled containers upside down for a few minutes to heat/sterilize and seal the cap.

Hope that helps.

Ben

[Mr. Red Maple]

Thanks Ben!!!