FAQ'S

  • All Sistema products with freezer safe symbol can be used to store food in the fridge or freezer. This symbol is usually engraved at the bottom of the product or printed on the label or carton. 

    Our products without engraved freezer safe symbol are not recommended for fridge or freezer use. Our hydration (drinking) bottles are not considered freezer safe. 

  • We have a dedicated range of microwavable products that are designed specifically for use in microwaves. These products have a microwave symbol which is engraved at the bottom of the product or printed on the label or carton.  Please follow the recommended use and storage directions of the food being stored in these microwavable products. It is usually based on the consumer’s knowledge about the food or the information on the food label.

    Our products without engraved microwave symbol cannot be used in microwaves.

  • All Sistema products with dishwasher safe symbol can be washed in a dishwasher on the top rack. This symbol is usually engraved at the bottom of the product or printed on the label or carton. 

    Our products without engraved dishwasher symbol cannot be washed in a dishwasher.

  • Yes, we highly recommend washing the Sistema products before use, either with warm soapy water or place on the top rack of the dishwasher. For further cleaning instructions, please refer to our Use and Care Instructions. 

  • Sistema food containers are considered safe for food contact. They passed the necessary food safety tests based on food contact regulations, including microwave heating. 

  • To keep your Sistema products looking at their best, please follow the recommendations in our Use and Care Instructions. 

  • Some foods, like tomato-based products, curry or food seasoned with the herb turmeric, can stain containers. Before cooking, spray your container with non-stick cooking spray or oil to help reduce the risk of staining. If staining does occur, we recommend applying a paste of baking soda and water and then rinsing thoroughly, which can help reduce the stain. Stained product will still be food safe and may be used again and again.

  • The modular shapes of our product range enable them to be stacked, thus saving space in your pantry, fridge, or freezer.

  • Sistema products are currently sold in over 110 countries. For a full stockist list, please check out our stockist list click here.

  • Sistema does not sell directly to consumers. However, our products are sold in 110 countries through many of the world's largest retailers. Most retailers have their retail site, and you will find our products there. To see a list of stockist near you please click here.

  • Always allow food to cool before placing the lid and sealing.

  • This is caused by the slipping agent used during the manufacturing process, which will disappear over time. It is harmless and will not contaminate food. We recommend washing Sistema products before use, either with warm soapy water or place on the top rack of the dishwasher. For further cleaning instructions, please refer to our Use and Care Instructions. 

  • Sistema provides a warrant that the purchased product is free from material defects and workmanship for one year from the date of the original purchase (either a bill of sale, receipted invoice, or other proof that the product is within the warranty period). However, it is valid only when the product is used under normal and foreseeable conditions, with appropriate handling, cleaning, and storage. It does not cover any modification such as reprocessing, inadequate use or storage, or the addition of any other product. A full description of the defect is also required. Contact us directly or your nearest distributor, which can be found by clicking here. Please provide us with your name, address, and contact phone number so we can get in touch.

  • Our products are well-made in New Zealand, using state-of-the-art machinery. Our designs are innovative. We are constantly looking at ways we can improve our customers’ lives through our clever design.

    Our products are also well known for their unique clip design. When buying Sistema products, look for that unique clip design to ensure they are genuine Sistema products.

  • Please contact your nearest distributor (click here for the link).

  • If you would like further information about any of our FAQs or need help on topics that are not yet covered here, please contact our customer support team by clicking here.

  • We have videos and written instructions on how to clean our hydration bottles, including the caps. They can be viewed in the links below:

    Use & Care Instructions

    Video Instructions

  • We at Sistema® take our role as plastic food manufacturer very seriously. We work to reduce our waste as much as possible. We do this in several ways, such as using scraps and offcuts from our manufacturing processes and reuse them into other products like Sistema’s clips and large Storage Bins.